Generic Name
Ferrous SulphatePacks Price
- Cap(004340): 30: 46.75:55.00
Ferfolic
Therapeutic Group
Anti-anemic, Iron PreparationsIndication Dosage
Ferrous sulfate is a medication used to treat and prevent iron deficiency anemia. It helps your body get the iron it needs to make red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout your body. If you have low iron levels, your doctor may recommend ferrous sulfate to boost your iron and improve your energy levels and overall health. Always follow your doctor's instructions when taking this medication.
Prophylaxis of Iron Deficiency Anaemia:
- Adults: 300 Mg/day.
- Children: 1-2 Mg Fe/kg/day Upto A Max Of 15 Mg/day.
Iron Deficiency Anaemia:
- Adults: 300 Mg Twice Daily Up To 300 Mg 4 Limes/day Or 250 Mg (extended Released) 1 To 2 Times A Day.
- Children: 3 Mg Fe/kg/day In 1 To 2 Divided Doses, In Severe Cases Increase Up To 4-6 Mg Fe/kg/ Day In 1 To 2 Divided Doses. Doses Expressed In Terms Of Elemental Iron.
Content
- Drop Per ml: Ferrous Sulphate 125mg (elemental Iron 25mg).syp: Per 5 ml: Ferrous Sulphate 100mg /200mg.
- Tab: ferrous Sulphate 200mg(elemental Iron 65mg)
Pregnancy
No Evidence of Harm
Stability
- Haematinic
Contra Indications
- Hemochromatosis, Haemolytic Anaemia, Haemosiderosis, Diverticular Diseases, Intestinal Obstruction, Red Cell Aplasia, Repeated Blood Transfusion, Symptoms Of Intolerance.
Precautions
- Hemochromatosis, Haemolytic Anaemia, Haemosiderosis, Diverticular Diseases, Intestinal Obstruction, Red Cell Aplasia, Repeated Blood Transfusion, Symptoms Of Intolerance.
Lactation
- No Evidence of Harm
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Gi Upset
- Staining Of Teeth
- Dark Stool
- Epigastric Discomfort
Available Brands
Author
Shahid Arif