Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose is an iron supplement. It is used for iron deficiency anaemia, low iron in pregnancy and iron loss from heavy periods. In Pakistan it is available as tablets, syrup, capsules, drops and sachets, made by 20 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose works
It provides iron in a form that is absorbed gradually in the gut and is usually gentler on the stomach than older iron salts. Iron is needed to make haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood.
What is Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose used for?
- Iron deficiency anaemia
- Low iron in pregnancy
- Iron loss from heavy periods
Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose is used to treat and prevent iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia, including during pregnancy and breastfeeding, in children, and in women with heavy periods.
Side effects of Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose
Common side effects of Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose include:
- Dark stools (harmless)
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
Keep iron products out of the reach of children; an overdose can be dangerous.
Precautions and warnings
- It can be taken with food.
- Have your anaemia checked by a doctor so the cause can be found.
- Do not use it if you have iron overload conditions.
Frequently asked questions about Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose
What is the price of Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose products currently in stock range from Rs 143 to Rs 880 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Polyfer FA Tablet at Rs 143. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose are available in Pakistan?
Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Rubifer (Ali Gohar Pharmaceuticals Ltd), Ferosoft (Hilton Pharma Ltd), Polyfer (Barrett Hodgson Pakistan Ltd), Bisleri (Sami Pharma Ltd), Maltofer (Vifor International Inc), Ferry (Tabros Pharma), Feralife (Asian Continental) and Indofer (Indus Pharma (PVT.) Ltd), along with 13 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose?
Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.
Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 40+ products containing Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
