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Cumulative FCM dose for iron repletion.
| Body weights | Hb < 10 g/dL | Hb 10–14 g/dL |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum FCM dose allowed | ||
| <35 kg | 500 mg | 500 mg |
| 35 kg to <70 kg | 1500 mg | 1000 mg |
| ≥70 kg | 2000 mg | 1500 mg |
Note. Maximum tolerated single dose: 1000 mg of iron (20 ml) per day. Do not administer 1000 mg of iron (20 ml) more than once a week. FCM, ferric carboxymaltose; g/dL, grams per deciliter; Hb, hemoglobin; mg, milligram; kg, kilograms.
