Iron Polymaltose Complex

Therapeutic Group

Anti-anemic, Iron Preparations

Indication Dosage

Iron Polymaltose Complex is a medication used to treat low levels of iron in the body. It helps replenish iron stores and is commonly prescribed for conditions like iron deficiency anemia. This medicine can boost your energy and reduce symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and pale skin caused by low iron levels. Your healthcare provider may recommend it if you have an iron deficiency and need a simple way to get more iron into your body.

Prophylaxis & Treatment Of Iron Deficiency Anaemia, Macrocytic Anaemia: 

  • Tab for Adults: 2-3 Tab Daily. 
  • Syrup for Adults: 20-30 Ml Daily 
  • Children: Infants Up To 1yr: 2.5-5 Ml. Daily; 1-12 Yr: 5-10 Ml Daily; 
  • Above 12 Yr: Same As Adult.

Content

  • Syp: Per 5 ml: Iron-ill-hydroxide Polymaltose Complex Equiv To Elemental Iron 50mg
  • Tab /Cap: Iron-iii-hydroxide Polymaltose Complex Equivto Elemental Iron 100mg

Pregnancy

No Evidence of Harm

Stability

  • Haematinic

Contra Indications

  • Hemochromatosis, Haemolytic Anaemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Blood Transfusion, Haemosiderosis, Sidero-achrestic Anaemia, Thalassemia, Hypersensitivity And Intolerance.

Precautions

  • Hemochromatosis, Haemolytic Anaemia, Hemoglobinopathy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Blood Transfusion, Haemosiderosis, Sidero-achrestic Anaemia, Thalassemia, Hypersensitivity And Intolerance.

Lactation

  • No Evidence of Harm

Side Effects

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Epigastric & Gi Discomfort
  • Sweating
  • Heartburn
  • Black Colour Stool.
  • Rare: Convulsion
  • Hepatic Failure
  • Anaphylactoid Reactions
  • Circulatory Collapse (discontinue)