FEROSE SYRUP 100ML

Benefits & Uses

Primary Benefit

Treats and prevents iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in infants and children by replenishing iron stores and supporting hemoglobin synthesis.

Health Claims

Treats and prevents iron deficiency anemia; supports normal hemoglobin synthesis and red blood cell production; contributes to normal cognitive development and immune function in children; helps reduce tiredness and fatigue associated with iron deficiency.

Common Deficiency Symptoms

Pallor, fatigue, weakness, irritability, poor appetite, delayed cognitive and motor development, reduced attention span, frequent infections, brittle nails, and pica.

Target Population

Infants, toddlers, and children with iron deficiency anemia or at risk of iron deficiency; premature infants; children with poor dietary iron intake.

Scientific Evidence Level

Strong

Onset Timeline

Hemoglobin levels begin to improve within 2-4 weeks of therapy; full correction of iron stores typically requires 3-6 months of treatment.

Usage & Dosage

Suggested Use

Infants (up to 1 year): 2.5-5 ml (½ to 1 teaspoon) daily. Children (1-12 years): 5-10 ml (1 to 2 teaspoons) daily. To be taken during or immediately after a meal. Can be mixed with fruit or vegetable juices.

Serving Size

5 ml (provides 50 mg Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex equivalent to 10 mg elemental iron).

Servings Per Container

20

Best Time to Take

With meals or immediately after meals to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort.

Recommended Daily Intake

Infants (0-12 months): 10-15 mg/day elemental iron; Children (1-12 years): 10-15 mg/day; Adolescents: 12-18 mg/day; Therapeutic doses for iron deficiency anemia: 3-6 mg/kg/day elemental iron.

Upper Tolerable Limit

Children 1-13 years: 40 mg/day elemental iron; Adolescents 14-18 years: 45 mg/day elemental iron.

Absorption Enhancers

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) can slightly increase the absorption of iron from Iron Polymaltose Complex.

Absorption Inhibitors

Unlike ionic iron salts, Iron Polymaltose Complex has fewer interactions with food components like phytates and tannins, and medications like antacids.

Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

Darkening of stools (harmless); nausea, vomiting, constipation, or diarrhea at higher doses; temporary staining of teeth if undiluted syrup contacts teeth - rinse mouth after administration.

Toxicity Risk

Low

Upper Tolerable Limit

Children 1-13 years: 40 mg/day elemental iron; Adolescents 14-18 years: 45 mg/day elemental iron.

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to iron polymaltose (or any excipients); iron overload states/iron storage disorders (e.g., hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis); anemia not due to iron deficiency (e.g., hemolytic anemia, thalassemia, sideroblastic anemia); repeated blood transfusions (transfusion-dependent anemia).

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Consult Doctor

Children Suitability

Suitable for infants and children; dosing is weight-based and age-based and should be determined by a physician.

Interactions

Medication Interactions

May reduce absorption of tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, levodopa, methyldopa, bisphosphonates, and levothyroxine - administer these medications at least 2 hours apart from iron; antacids and proton pump inhibitors reduce iron absorption.

Supplement Interactions

Calcium supplements compete with iron for absorption - take separately by at least 2 hours; zinc supplements may compete for absorption at high doses.

Synergistic Nutrients

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) enhances iron absorption; Vitamin B12 and folate work synergistically with iron for red blood cell production.

Special Populations

Target Population

Infants, toddlers, and children with iron deficiency anemia or at risk of iron deficiency; premature infants; children with poor dietary iron intake.

Children Suitability

Suitable for infants and children; dosing is weight-based and age-based and should be determined by a physician.

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Consult Doctor

Storage & Patient Advice

SFDA Storage Conditions

store below 25°c

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight; keep out of reach of children; shelf life 48 months.

Patient Counseling

Take the measured dose by mouth with or immediately after meals to reduce gastrointestinal upset; use an accurate measuring device. It may be mixed with water/juice. Dark stools are common and harmless. To reduce tooth staining, rinse the mouth/brush teeth after dosing (especially in children). Separate from interacting oral medicines that reduce iron absorption or are chelated by iron (e.g., tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones, levothyroxine, bisphosphonates, and antacids/calcium or other mineral supplements) by at least 2 hours (up to 4 hours for levothyroxine if possible). Continue for the prescribed duration to replenish iron stores. Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidental overdose. Store below 25°C.

Science & Evidence

Bioavailability Form

Iron Polymaltose Complex (IPC) - a non-ionic, stable complex of ferric iron (Fe³⁺) with polymaltose, designed for controlled absorption, resulting in lower gastrointestinal side effects compared to ionic iron salts.

Scientific Evidence Level

Strong

Onset Timeline

Hemoglobin levels begin to improve within 2-4 weeks of therapy; full correction of iron stores typically requires 3-6 months of treatment.

Food Sources

Heme iron: red meat, poultry, fish. Non-heme iron: beans, lentils, spinach, fortified cereals, tofu, and dried fruits.

Product Information

Supplement Type

Mineral

Certification

SFDA registered (Registration No. 2307257823); manufactured by SPIMACO ADDWAEIH, Saudi Arabia, under GMP standards.

Suitable for Vegetarians

Yes

Suitable for Vegans

Yes

Age Range

0-12 years