It is a specialized medical service where a DHA-licensed nurse administers intravenous (IV) iron (Ferric Carboxymaltose) at your residence to treat iron deficiency and anemia rapidly.

• Yes, but it cannot be self-administered. Under DHA regulations, Ferinject must be delivered and administered by a certified healthcare professional to ensure patient safety and proper IV technique.

• You can book through Al Hosna At Home by providing a valid UAE doctor’s prescription and a recent blood test (Ferritin/CBC). A nurse will then be dispatched to your location.

• The total cost  AED 1399 which includes the 500mg vial, nursing administration fees, and post-treatment monitoring.

Yes. Ferinject provides 100% absorption directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system where iron pills often cause nausea and are only 10–20% absorbed.

DHA safety protocols require the nurse to monitor your vitals for 30 minutes after the drip finishes to ensure no delayed allergic reactions occur.

• Yes, Ferinject is safe in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters. However, Al Hosna requires a clear “No Objection” from your Obstetrician before administration.

Our nurses use precision cannulation to prevent “paravenous leakage,” which can cause long-lasting brown skin staining. If leakage occurs, the infusion is stopped immediately.

Yes. A Ferritin and Hemoglobin test (less than 3 months old) is mandatory to calculate your specific iron deficit and prevent iron overload.

• Most patients report an increase in energy and reduced breathlessness within 5 to 7 days, as the body begins producing new red blood cells.

The infusion itself takes 15–30 minutes, but the entire appointment (including health checks and observation) lasts about 60–90 minutes.

Depending on your iron deficit, most patients require one or two doses of 500mg or 1000mg, typically spaced one week apart.

Yes, it is normal for your urine to appear darker for 24 hours as your body processes the iron complex.

Yes. Ferinject does not cause drowsiness. Most patients resume their daily activities or remote work immediately after the nurse leaves.

The medication is often covered, but the “at-home service fee” depends on your policy (e.g., NextCare, AXA). We provide a detailed invoice for your reimbursement claim.

Ferinject is typically approved for those aged 14 and older. For younger children, a specialized pediatric consultation is required.

Ferinject allows for a much higher dose (up to 1000mg) in a single session, whereas Venofer usually requires multiple smaller doses over several days.

You should stop taking oral iron supplements 5 days before your infusion, as they can interfere with the IV iron absorption.

No. Iron therapy should be delayed if you have an active fever or acute infection, as iron can potentially “feed” certain types of bacteria.