IRON INFUSION

Patient receiving an iron infusion through a drip at Oxford Street Medical Centre Bulimba

Iron Infusions in Bulimba

Running on empty isn't normal. If you're constantly tired, foggy, short of breath or just not feeling like yourself, low iron could be part of the problem.

Oxford Street Medical Centre provides iron infusions onsite in Bulimba, with experienced doctors and nurses in a relaxed clinic setting. Our approach is simple: investigate the cause properly, treat the deficiency, and get you feeling like yourself again.

Symptoms of low iron

Low iron affects more than your energy. Many patients tell us they feel flat, foggy or burnt out and can't work out why. Symptoms can include:

•      Fatigue and low energy

•      Brain fog or poor concentration

•      Dizziness

•      Headaches

•      Shortness of breath

•      Reduced exercise tolerance

•      Hair thinning

•      Restless legs

These symptoms overlap with plenty of other conditions, so a proper assessment matters — treating low iron without finding out what's causing it only fixes half the problem.

What is an iron infusion?

An iron infusion delivers iron directly into your bloodstream through an IV drip. It restores iron stores faster and more reliably than tablets alone.

Infusions are done onsite at our Bulimba clinic. Most appointments take around 60 minutes, including observation time afterwards.

Who might need one?

Iron tablets work well for many people, but an infusion may be recommended if you:

•      Can't tolerate iron tablets

•      Aren't improving with supplements

•      Need your iron levels restored quickly

•      Keep running low because of heavy periods, diet, intense exercise or a medical condition

Why Oxford Street Medical Centre?

Everything happens under one roof — GP assessment, the infusion itself and your follow-up — so you're not juggling referrals or separate appointments. Our nurses look after you on the day, and your GP reviews your results afterwards to make sure the treatment has actually worked.

Book an appointment

If you've been diagnosed with low iron, or you recognise the symptoms above, book an appointment with one of our GPs. They'll assess what's going on and talk you through whether an infusion is the right option for you.

We're on Oxford Street in the heart of Bulimba, with free onsite parking and lift access, and we see patients from across Bulimba and the surrounding Brisbane suburbs.