PROFERDEX vs VENOFER

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PROFERDEX and VENOFER 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	PROFERDEX	VENOFER
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	IRON DEXTRAN	IRON SUCROSE
Manufacturer	New River	Am Regent
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	Parenteral Iron Replacement	Parenteral Iron Replacement
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	—	Hematologic Pregnancy Complications, Iron-Deficiency Anemia

proferdex venofer

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

IRON DEXTRAN

IRON SUCROSE

Manufacturer

New River

Am Regent

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

Parenteral Iron Replacement

Boxed warning

None

Treats

—

Hematologic Pregnancy Complications, Iron-Deficiency Anemia

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Proferdex and Venofer?

Proferdex contains Iron Dextran, while Venofer contains Iron Sucrose — 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.