Femotol30mg
OTC- Generic:
- Ferric Maltol
- Company:
- Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Strip (6 Capsule)
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৳ 11/unit
Pack: ৳ 66
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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.
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%)
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.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.