Discover what iron infusion treatment is all about and how it can be an effective therapy for iron deficiency anemia in this helpful guide, assembled by top medical infusion doctors and nurses.

If severe enough, it can compromise our cardiovascular health and we can become more susceptible to infection and bleeding. Although some people benefit from oral iron therapy, it does not work for all. Therefore, intravenous iron infusion therapy can be a great alternative that is proven to yield faster, more effective results. 

You will be offered a heated blanket, your choice of beverage, snacks, and entertainment.  If it is your first infusion, you will be asked to stay 30 minutes after to ensure your body tolerates the iron without issue. Immediately following your therapy, you should begin to feel less fatigued.

Symptoms will continue to improve over the course of a few weeks and should continue for several months. Your provider will likely continue to monitor your blood levels to ensure you are staying within an adequate range.