Sodium Ironedetate
Also known as: Sodium feredate
Sodium Ironedetate is a haematinic agent. Sodium Ironedetate is used as a source of iron in iron deficiency anemia.
Primary Characteristics
Sodium Ironedetate is also known as Sodium feredate.
Molecular Weight: 385.1 · Non-proprietary name: Sodium Ironedetate.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Sodium Ironedetate is primarily indicated in conditions like Anaemia, Iron deficiency.
Contraindications
Sodium Ironedetate is contraindicated in conditions like Thalassemia.
Dosage
Sodium Ironedetate's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 5 mL | 5 mL | Every 8h | PO | Increasing gradually to 10ml three times daily. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Sodium Ironedetate are Abdominal pain, Nausea & vomiting, Hyperglycemia, Haematemesis, Diarrhea, Rectal bleeding, Metabolic acidosis.
Sodium Ironedetate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Diarrhea, Nausea.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
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Single Ingredient
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.10.1 — Antianemia drugs
Manufacturers
Manufacturers of Sodium Ironedetate in Pakistan: