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What is What is the formula for parenteral iron therapy in adults? and explain in detail?
Parenteral iron therapy needs calculation of the iron requirement of the patient. Iron requirement (mg) = 4.4 x body weight (kg) x Hb deficit (g/dl). This formula includes iron needed for replenishment of stores. Iron stores can be replenished in a shoer time by parenteral therapy. Ref: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology by KD Tripathi, 5th edition, Page 549.