৳ 10/unit
Pack: ৳ 600
৳ 10/unit
Pack: ৳ 600
At a glance
Ferric Maltol capsule is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults.
Indications
- 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). Ferric Maltol is not absorbed systemically as an intact complex following oral administration.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- Recommended dosage: 30 mg twice daily
- Take on empty stomach (at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals)
- Treatment duration: at least 12 weeks (until ferritin levels are normal)
Child Dose: Safety and effectiveness not established
Side effects
Most Common Side Effects:
- Flatulence
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Feces discolored
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Ferric maltol is not absorbed systemically as an intact complex following oral administration; maternal use is not expected to result in fetal exposure.
Precautions & warnings
Precautions:
- Avoid use in patients with an active inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) flare (potential risk of increased inflammation in GI tract)
- Do not administer to patients with evidence of iron overload or patients receiving intravenous iron
- Assess iron parameters prior to initiating therapy and monitor while on therapy
- Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years
Overdose effects
Overdose: Early signs and symptoms: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea; serious cases: hypoperfusion, metabolic acidosis, systemic toxicity; dosages exceeding iron needs may lead to hemosiderosis.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool (below 25°C) and dry place protected from light; keep away from reach of children.