Iron Infusions / Drip - Leicester
Serving the UK, Leicester & the Midlands – Doctor-led, Fast, and Safe

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Feeling tired, dizzy or constantly low on energy? Iron deficiency could be the reason. At Leicester Holistic GP / Ozone Clinic, we offer high-quality intravenous iron infusions using Ferinject® (Ferric Carboxymaltose) – a modern, fast-acting iron solution prescribed by doctors and infused in a safe, professional environment.​

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Ingredients

Ferric Carboxymaltose (prescription only medicine) i.v. in sterile 0.9% sodium chloride solution.

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The Process

A blood test is needed to confirm iron deficiency anaemia and calculate your required dose. You can provide recent NHS results, arrange your own tests, or we can do them for an additional cost. ​ ​​

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Side Effects

Iron infusions are generally considered safe, but as with any medical treatment, there are potential risks and side effects. Some people may experience:

• Minor side effects, such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, flushing or muscle cramps. These symptoms are usually temporary and resolve quickly when the infusion is discounted then restarted. 

• Flu-like symptoms and low phosphate: The utilisation of intravenous iron is an energy-intensive process, and some individuals may experience flu-like symptoms for a few days after the infusion. These effects usually ease gradually and are followed by the intended improvement in well-being. However a subset of patient may develop low levels of phosphate (medically known as hypo-phosphatemia). This can lead to a more prolonged fatigue and may require medical intervention. The risk of causing low phosphate after iron infusion depends on the total dose infused and any pre-existing low phosphate or low vitamin d levels. This is one of the reasons we prefer to go below the maximum doses recommended by the manufacturer. 

• A metallic taste in your mouth: This normally disappears within 15 minutes of you having the infusion.

• Leakage of iron at the administration site (i.e around the cannula) may lead to potentially long lasting brown discolouration at the site of administration. We avoid this at our clinic by running clear fluid before and after starting the iron infusion to ensure that the cannula is placed within the vein and no risk of iron escaping to the surrounding tissue. 

• Generalised brownish discolouration: On exteremly rare occasions, some patients have reported generalised skin discolouration following iron infusion. While this has not been documented in the medical literature, anecdotal accounts can be found on online forums. Recovery does happen but may take weeks to months for the skin tone to return to normal. In light of this, our preferred approach is to begin with lower doses and divide the total iron requirement across multiple sessions, rather than administering it all in a single infusion.

• Allergic reactions: These are rare but can occur especially with the older iron formulations which we do not use. 

• Pregnancy: Despite its safety in pregnancy, atLeicester Ozone Clinic we have taken a precautionary approach of not giving iron infusion in the first 3 months of pregnancy. 

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Will I Get Better?

If your symptoms are due only to iron deficiency, there is a high chance of improvement. However, other underlying deficiencies may be present that have not been tested for. Our role is to ensure the infusion is safe for you, but a consultation helps provide a more complete assessment of your needs. If you choose to proceed without one, the outcome may vary depending on other factors.

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Unique Features

• Ethically priced to support those with genuine medical needs.​

• Doctor-supervised at all times.

• We use the actual branded Ferinject® by Vifor Pharma not a generic form of Ferric Carboxymaltose.

• Prescription-only Ferinject® – high dose, low side effects.

• Fast infusions – done in as little as 15 minutes.

• CQC-regulated & fully insured​.

• Accurate "Dose Calculations" or use the calculator below using Ganzoni formula.

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