Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex

Also known as: Ferromaltose, Iron Poly Maltose Complex

Drug #1971

Iron hydroxide poly maltose complex is a water soluble, iron oxide, macromolecular complex of poly nuclear iron (III) hydroxide and partially hydrolysed dextrin ( Polymaltose).It is used in treatment of latent iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia.

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Primary Characteristics

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex is also known as Ferromaltose, Iron Poly Maltose Complex.

It is of Synthetic origin.

Non-proprietary name: Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex..

Molecular structure of Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex is primarily indicated in conditions like Iron deficiency, Iron deficiency anaemia, Macrocytic anaemia.

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex is also indicated for secondary conditions like Anoxic Seizures, Cough.

Contraindications

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex is contraindicated in conditions like Hemochromatosis, Haemolytic anaemia, Haemochromatosis, Haemosiderosis, Sidero-achrestic anaemia, Thalassemia, Hypersensitivity to any component of product, Inflammatory bowel disease, Blood transfusion, Hemoglobinopathy.

Dosage

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
200 mg	200 mg	Every 24h	IV	Repeated only every few days
200 mg	200 mg	Every 24h	PO	Can be taken in divided doses with meals.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
1 mg/kg	1 mg/kg	Every 24h	PO	For Prophylaxis
100 mg/kg	100 mg/kg	Every 8h	PO	For treatment
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

4 interactions

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Convulsions , Hepatic failure .

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anaphylactoid reactions , Circulatory collapse, circulatory collapse. Careful monitoring is needed with proper medical management.

The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex are Vomiting, Tachycardia , Diarrhea, Convulsions , Coma, Drowsiness, Drowsiness, Metabolic acidosis, Hypoglycemia, Abdominal pain, Epigastric pain, Hyperventilation, Restlessness , GI hemorrhage, Cyanosis, Hypotensive collapse, Hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, Hepatic failure, coaggulation disorder, Haemochromatosis, Endocrine dysfunction.

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Black colour Faeces, Constipation , Diarrhea, dizziness, Epigastric discomfort, Flushing, GI irritation, Heart burn, Joint & muscle pain, Local Inflamation, Nausea, Nausea and vomiting, Sense of repletion, Sweating , Taste disturbance, Tooth discoloration.

Warnings / Precautions

In case of anaemia due to infection or malignancy, the substituted iron is stored in the reticulo-endothelial system from which it is mobilized and utilized only after correcting the primary disease. Discontinue iron salts if symptoms of intolerance appear. Occasional gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort, as nausea may occur which can be minimized by taking it with meals.

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Single Ingredient

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100 mg/5ml 20 mg/5ml 50 mg/5ml

Tabs

100 mg

Tabs Chewable

100 mg

Multi-Ingredient Combinations

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Storage Conditions

Iron Hydroxide Poly Maltose Complex should be stored Infection.

Drug Classification

1.10.1 — Antianemia drugs