Ferric Pyrophosphate

Also known as: Ferrico, Pirofosfato, Iron Pynophosphate

Drug #1313

Ferric Pyrophosphate used as a source of iron in iron deficiency anemia.

Primary Characteristics

Ferric Pyrophosphate is also known as Ferrico, Pirofosfato, Iron Pynophosphate.

It is of Synthetic origin.

Molecular Weight: 745.2 · Solubility in Water: Insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: Soluble in ethanol · Non-proprietary name: Ferric Pyrophosphate.

Molecular structure of Ferric Pyrophosphate

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Ferric Pyrophosphate is primarily indicated in conditions like Iron deficiency.

Contraindications

Ferric Pyrophosphate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Ferric Pyrophosphate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Constipation , Diarrhea, Vomiting .

Warnings / Precautions

It should be used with caution in patients with a history of porphyria, impaired renal and hepatic function, known history of sedation to other hypnotics/sedative drugs, pregnancy and child bearing age.

Available Brands

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Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Syrup

250 mg/5ml

Storage Conditions

Ferric Pyrophosphate should be stored .

Drug Classification

1.10.1 — Antianemia drugs

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Ferric Pyrophosphate in Pakistan:

Pfizer