IV Iron Infusion

What is an IV Iron Infusion?

An IV iron infusion is a medical treatment used to deliver iron directly into the bloodstream through a vein. This treatment is often recommended when oral iron supplements are ineffective, poorly tolerated, or when rapid replenishment of iron is needed.

The Symptoms of Low Iron

Low iron levels can lead to symptoms such as fatigue and reduced energy. You might also experience shortness of breath. Some individuals report a rapid heartbeat, known as heart palpitations, and pale skin can be another indicator. However, it is important to remember that some people may not show any symptoms. Their anaemia might only be found through a blood test checking levels of Iron, Ferritin and Transferrin Saturation.

Flexible Service for Iron Infusion Patients

Patients with Blood Results from the last 4 weeks can book a consultation with our haematologist. This is for those who have not taken any iron. The blood test should include a Full Blood Count, Iron, Ferritin & Transferrin Saturation.

Patients with symptoms like fatigue, brittle nails, pale skin, hair loss or shortness of breath need an Iron Profile blood test. This test should be done before booking a consultation with our haematologist.

Patients with Private Insurance must get an authorisation code from their insurance provider. They should show this code with their membership number before treatment.

Affordable IV Iron Infusion

Once your consultation and treatment plan are finalised, you may choose from pricing options:

500mg Iron Infusion £299

1000mg Iron Infusion £499

1500mg Iron Infusion £699

We’re proud to offer the most affordable IV iron infusion service in the Northwest, ensuring accessible care for everyone.

Why Choose Chequers Health

  • Consultant Led Care
  • Fast and Effective Services
  • Modern and Comfortable Setting with Ample Parking

Patients from Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Wigan and the Northwest choose Chequers Health for professional IV Iron Infusions.

Contact Us for More Information

If you are interested in learning more about how Iron Infusions can improve your health or would like to inquire about other services, please don’t hesitate to contact us:

We look forward to helping you regain your energy and improve your overall health.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to come into clinic for a short period of time before the infusion, for the duration of the infusion and you will then be asked to stay for further monitoring for about 30 minutes after the infusion.

Oral iron is used initially to treat iron deficiency anaemia. Sometimes this does not produce enough of an improvement, or it may be that your doctor needs to replenish your iron quickly. Intravenous iron is used when oral iron has been tried or if it is not suitable and it helps to reduce the use of blood transfusions.

Intravenous iron is an extremely safe and effective therapy. Some of the side effects that have been reported are:

  1. Staining – If your cannula was to displace from your vein during treatment the drug could be deposited in your skin rather than into your bloodstream. This could result in a brown stain to the skin. If you notice pain at the injection site during your treatment, please inform the nurse caring for you immediately. This will minimise any such risk.
  2. Change in total body skin colour – This is an extremely rare occurrence. It has been reported that some patients noted their skin to become darker (like a suntan) for a period of weeks after treatment with intravenous iron. This was not permanent and resolved after several weeks.
  3. Allergy – historically intravenous iron preparations carried a risk of allergy (ranging from a mild reaction like itchy skin through to anaphylaxis that could be life threatening). With today’s modern iron preparation this is uncommon (1 in a 100 to 1 in a 1000 risk). Please inform the nurse caring for you immediately if you experience any of the following during your treatment (swelling of lips, tongue, face or throat, shortness of breath, itching, a feeling of all over body heat, heart racing heat or faint like symptoms)
  4. Delayed reaction – Although uncommon, some patients may experience muscle or joint pains and fever in the days after treatment. This usually lasts two to four days and can be managed with simple painkillers like paracetamol Iron infusions are commonly used after the first trimester in pregnancy. It is important that you also read the patient information leaflet for the product.

Your anaemia/ low blood count is expected to improve.

No.

If you are taking oral iron, you should stop this the day before you come into our clinic for your Iron Infusion.

Within our treatment room at our Bolton Health Centre.

You may rarely experience muscle or joint pains; these can be managed with simple painkillers such as paracetamol.

Simple painkillers for any joint pain can be taken when you go home following your completed monitoring period at our clinic.

It is not anticipated that your iron infusion will affect your ability to undertake your usual activities.

Your nurse will let you know if you need to come back for a further infusion in about a weeks’ time and they may advise you at this time regarding any blood tests that are needed.

It is not anticipated that your iron infusion will affect your ability to undertake your usual activities.

If left unaddressed, iron deficiency can have significant long-term health consequences. Beyond the fatigue and discomfort it causes, untreated iron deficiency can severely impact your quality of life, affecting daily activities, work productivity, and general well-being. It’s crucial to identify and manage iron deficiency before it progresses to more severe forms, such as anaemia.

Although you consent for this treatment, you may at any time after that withdraw such consent. Please discuss this with your medical team.

Patient having an iron infusion by a clinician