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Critical Drug Shortage: Iron Sucrose (Venofer)
6/10/2024
Author:
Kamal Sandhu, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacy Manager
There is a nationwide, critical drug shortage for iron sucrose (Venofer) and we have nearly exhausted our supply. EPIC alerts will be added to recommend alternative IV iron products, which include Ferrlecit (ferric gluconate), Feraheme (ferumoxytol), and InFed (iron dextran). For patients needing IV iron therapy in our Infusion Center, please utilize alternative agents when obtaining prior authorization and placing orders in therapy or treatment plans.
