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Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC
ICD Code : Y44.0 Therapeutic Classification : Iron Preparations

Brand Names or Trade Names of Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC

India :


Anifol, Balofer, Facer, Eleron, Femed, fered, Feritin, Feritone, Ferium, Ferri, Gilfer, Fezza S (5 ml), Haem up PM, Haem Up DPS, Mumfer, Prefer, Porifer, Ufer, Zenglobin.

International :


Anaemex Iron, Chewrol, Comprion, Fegem, Feralice, Feranin Fol, Feranin, Ferimax Im, Ferimax, Ferose, Ferose, Ferran Fol, Ferran, Ferrata, Ferrobest, Ferrosig, Ferrum Fol Hausmann, Ferrum H Injection, Ferrum Hausmann, Ferrum Lek, Ferrum, Haemojet, Hemafer, Hydrofer, Intafer, Maltofer Fol, Maltofer, Maltofer Fol, Mumfer, Noripurum, Orofer, Poliferro, Polyferon, Polyron, Santafer, Solufer, Vegaferon, Veltifer

Why is Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an iron preparation, prescribed for iron deficiency anemia.

When should Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC?

Dose is based on patient’s condition.

How should Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC be taken?

It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth either during or immediately after meal. It also available in injection forms.

What are the warnings and precautions for Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC?

• Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex may be mixed with vegetable or fruit juice if required.

• Treatment should be continued for minimum 1 or 2 months.

• Further therapy depends upon the degree of iron deficiency.

• Do not stop taking unless otherwise advised by the physician.

What are the side effects of Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC?

Stomach upset, nausea, constipation and diarrhea.

What are the other precautions for Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC?

• Do not take oral and injections forms together
• Oral therapy should be started after 1 week of parenteral therapy to avoid iron poisoning
• Injection into the vein should be done only when intramuscular route is not possible or when no iron stores in the bone marrow
• CPR facilities should be made available while patient is on parenteral therapy

What are the storage conditions for Iron - III Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex - IPC?

Store it at room temperature (25°C), and in an airtight container. Keep away from children.

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