FERRLECIT vs PROFERDEX

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. FERRLECIT and PROFERDEX are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	FERRLECIT	PROFERDEX
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	SODIUM FERRIC GLUCONATE COMPLEX	IRON DEXTRAN
Manufacturer	Sanofi Aventis US	New River
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	Parenteral Iron Replacement	Parenteral Iron Replacement
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Hematologic Pregnancy Complications, Iron-Deficiency Anemia	—

ferrlecit proferdex

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

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Type

Active ingredient

SODIUM FERRIC GLUCONATE COMPLEX

IRON DEXTRAN

Manufacturer

Sanofi Aventis US

New River

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

Parenteral Iron Replacement

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Hematologic Pregnancy Complications, Iron-Deficiency Anemia

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ferrlecit and Proferdex?

Ferrlecit contains Sodium Ferric Gluconate Complex, while Proferdex contains Iron Dextran — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.