Iron infusion in Zurich — when it's medically indicated

Dr. Charalampos Romanos · 4 June 2025 · 6 min read

Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies I see — especially in women, vegetarians, and patients with chronic conditions. When oral iron supplements aren't enough or cause side effects, an iron infusion is often the better solution.

When an iron infusion makes sense

Not every iron deficiency needs an infusion. It's indicated when oral supplements haven't worked after weeks, when they cause intolerable side effects (nausea, constipation), when ferritin is very low, or when a rapid effect is medically important — for example before surgery or with severe symptoms.

What happens during an iron infusion

The infusion takes 30 to 60 minutes. You receive iron intravenously through a cannula. We monitor you throughout and for a short observation period afterwards. Most patients can return to their day immediately after.

Cost and insurance

In Switzerland, iron infusions are generally covered by basic health insurance (KVG/OKP) when there is a clear medical indication and documented diagnosis. We clarify this before treatment.

Before the infusion: diagnostics

Every infusion is preceded by lab work — at minimum ferritin, transferrin saturation, and full blood count. We don't treat blindly, we treat precisely. More in our article on iron deficiency symptoms. The infusion is part of our infusion therapy offering.