Iron Infusions for Iron Deficiency & Fatigue
If you’re experiencing fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, hair loss, or difficulty with exercise, low iron may be part of the picture. I provides safe, supervised iron infusions in Vancouver for patients who need fast and effective iron restoration.
This service is ideal for individuals who cannot tolerate oral iron, need rapid correction, or have chronically low ferritin.
What Iron Infusions Can Help With
Low ferritin / iron deficiency
Heavy menstrual bleeding
Fatigue & burnout
Shortness of breath
Hair loss related to low iron
Postpartum depletion
Vegetarian/vegan low iron
ADHD symptoms worsened by iron deficiency
Iron infusions are one of the fastest and most effective ways to restore iron levels when oral supplements are not working or are causing digestive side effects. At Dr. Tia Patychuk’s Vancouver clinic, iron infusion therapy may be recommended for patients experiencing iron deficiency, low ferritin, iron deficiency anemia, fatigue, hair loss, dizziness, restless legs, shortness of breath, or ongoing heavy menstrual bleeding.
Each patient receives an individualized assessment to determine whether an iron infusion is appropriate and to identify the underlying cause of low iron levels.
What to Expect with an Iron IV
You will receive an assessment, lab review, and individualized treatment plan before your infusion.
The infusion occurs in a relaxed, comfortable environment with continuous monitoring.
Who’s a Good IV Iron Candidate?
- Those with low ferritin or iron deficiency anemia
- People who don’t tolerate oral iron
- Individuals needing rapid improvement in energy levels
- Patients with chronic heavy menstrual cycles or postpartum depletion
- Those on Vegetarian or vegan diets
- Patients with gastrointestinal conditions affecting absorption
Typically 60–120 minutes depending on the formulation.
Some patients notice improvements within days, while others experience gradual improvement over several weeks.
Yes, current ferritin levels are required before treatment. This helps confirm whether you’re truly iron deficient, determine the right dosage, and ensure the treatment is safe and appropriate for you. If you don’t have current labs, I can order them for you during your pre-iron infusion consultation.
IV iron typically begins to increase hemoglobin within 1–2 weeks, with the most noticeable rise occurring around 2–4 weeks after treatment. Many patients start to feel improvements in energy, breathlessness, and fatigue within the first 7–10 days, even before hemoglobin reaches its peak.
Full correction of hemoglobin levels usually occurs by 4–8 weeks, depending on:
- the severity of iron deficiency before treatment
- the total dose of IV iron received
- underlying health conditions
- ongoing blood loss or inflammation
Coverage varies depending on your extended health benefits and prescription drug coverage.