Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose

Information About Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose

Uses of Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose

Iron hydroxide polymaltose is commonly used to treat iron deficiency anemia, anemia due to chronic kidney disease

How Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose Works

Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose is a type of complex iron. It aids the bodys mechanism in the formation of red blood cells. Along with these, transport of oxygen in the body may be enhanced.

Side Effects of Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose

Constipation, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Dark stools, Discolored urine

Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose Related Warnings

Alcohol Limited Data

No information is found about the safety of consuming alcohol with Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose. Yet, consumption of alcohol and Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose together may potentiate the side effects of the medication.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Usage of Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose is contraindicated in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be used with cautions during the second or third trimester

Lactation Limited Data

No information is known to state wether Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose is safe to be used during lactation.

Driving Not advisable

Do not drive except if you are feeling well. Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose may cause unwanted effects, for example, nausea, vomiting, headaches, where all of this can disrupt the focus and driving performed by patient

Kidney Use With Care

Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose needs caution when used in patients with serious kidney ailment. Consult the doctor before making any dose adjustments.

Liver Limited Data

Iron Hydroxide Polymaltose needs caution when used in patients with liver disease. Consult the doctor before making any dose adjustment.