Ferosoft syrup

Product Information

Product Name

Ferosoft syrup

Product Description

Brand

Hilton

Prescription

Required

Uses

Nutritional deficiencies, Iron Plain and with Folic Acid

Composition

Ferosoft syrup is composed of Iron Polymaltose

Pack Size

120ml syrup

Introduction

Iron polymaltose is commonly used to prevent and treat different types of anemia caused by low iron levels. This medicine is also used for heart failure, memory and thinking skills, fatigue and many other conditions.

How To Use

This medicine should be taken by mouth or as directed by your doctor.

You may take it with or without food.

Please consult your doctor for dose adjustments and duration of this medicine.

Expert Advice

For oral use only.

Please store iron polymaltose at room temperature away from direct heat and sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Do not increase the dose yourself, use according to your doctor’s prescription.

Primary Uses

Nutritional deficiencies

Indications

This medicine is used in patients for the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia (low levels of iron in the blood).

Side Effects

Nausea, GI irritation, vomiting, diarrhea (watery stools), dark stools, heartburn, constipation (difficulty in passing stool), discoloured urine etc are some of its side effects.

Warnings

Pregnancy

This medicine can be taken in pregnancy. However, please consult your doctor before use.

Lactation

Lactating females are advised to consult their doctors before taking this medicine.

Driving

It is safe to drive while taking this medicine.

Liver

Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Kidney

Caution is advised, better to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Please avoid alcohol while using this medicine.

Precautions

Patients who are allergic to it and patients with blood disorders such as thalassemia (inherited disorder that makes abnormal or inadequate red blood cells), hepatic (liver) insufficiency, intolerance to iron and iron overload may be sensitive to this medicine.

Contraindications

This medicine is contraindicated in patients with allergy to the medicine’s components. Please consult your doctor for further guidance.

FAQS

Will my stool turn black after using this medicine?

Yes, iron may cause your stool to turn black, but that isn’t alarming

Can this medicine be used as a substitute for a diet?

No, this medicine is not used as a substitute for a proper diet.

How do I store this medicine?

Store this medicine at room temperature away from light and moisture.

What does this medicine contain?

This medicine contains iron and folic acid.

What is the normal dosage of this medicine in adults?

In adults, this medicine should be taken 20-30ml daily.