৳ 8/unit
Pack: ৳ 80
৳ 8/unit
Pack: ৳ 80
At a glance
Ferric Maltol is an oral iron replacement product used for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults.
Indications
- Iron Deficiency Anemia: Used for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults.
Pharmacology
Ferric Maltol delivers iron for uptake across the intestinal wall and transfer to transferrin and ferritin. It has been shown to increase serum iron parameters, including ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT).
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- 30 mg twice daily.
- Continue as long as necessary until ferritin levels are within normal range.
- Treatment duration depends on severity of iron deficiency but generally at least 12 weeks of treatment is required.
Side effects
Common Side Effects (1-10%):
- Flatulence (4.6%)
- Diarrhea (4%)
- Constipation (4%)
- Discolored feces (4%)
- Abdominal pain (2.9%)
- Nausea (1.7%)
- Vomiting (1.7%)
- Abdominal discomfort (1.1%)
- Abdominal distension (1.1%)
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Not absorbed systemically as an intact complex following oral administration; fetal exposure not expected.
Pregnancy Category: N/A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Avoid use in patients with active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) flare (risk of increased GI inflammation).
- Do not administer to patients with evidence of iron overload or patients receiving IV iron.
- Assess iron parameters before initiating treatment and monitor during therapy.
- Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years; keep out of reach of children.
Overdose effects
Overdose: Early signs: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea; serious cases: hypoperfusion, metabolic acidosis, systemic toxicity; excess dosages may lead to hemosiderosis.
Storage conditions
Storage: Store below 25 degree C in a cool and dry place protected from light. Keep away from reach of children.