In the context of treating iron deficiency, which of the following is true of ferumoxytol (Feraheme)?

A. Feraheme should only be used in patients for whom gastrointestinal (GI) absorption is impaired.
B. Feraheme should be administered as a diluted intravenous injection.
C. Feraheme is specifically formulated for iron deficiency anemia in patients with chronic kidney disease.
D. Feraheme is a novel iron product that is supplied as capsules for oral administration.


Answer: C

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