Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml

Looking for Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose 50mg/5ml? Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml is a syrup from Indus Pharma (PVT.) Ltd. Its active ingredient, Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose 50mg/5ml, is an iron supplement, and it is used for iron deficiency anaemia, low iron in pregnancy and iron loss from heavy periods.

What is Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml used for?

Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml is an iron supplement used to treat and prevent iron deficiency anaemia, including low iron during pregnancy and after heavy periods. It is usually gentler on the stomach than ordinary iron salts.

How does Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml work?

The iron in this medicine is bound to a sugar-like molecule that releases it slowly in the gut, where it is absorbed to help the body make haemoglobin, the red blood cell protein that carries oxygen.

Side effects of Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml

Many people take Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:

• Dark or black stools, which are harmless
• Mild stomach discomfort or nausea
• Constipation or loose stools
• Temporary staining of teeth with liquid forms

Seek medical help for a rash, swelling of the face or breathing difficulty, or if a child swallows a large amount.

Before you take Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml

• Take it with or just after a meal to reduce stomach upset.
• Iron overdose is dangerous for children, so store it well out of their reach.
• Tell your doctor if you have a condition that causes iron overload or have had repeated blood transfusions.
• Your doctor may recheck blood counts to see how well it is working.

How to store Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml

Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool place below 30°C, out of direct sun. Do not use it past the expiry date, or beyond the period on the label once the bottle has been opened. Always keep medicines where children cannot reach them.

Order Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml online from Sargodha

SargodhaBazar.pk is an online pharmacy and grocery store based in Sargodha. You can order Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml here and have it delivered the same day in Sargodha, or within 2 to 3 working days anywhere in Pakistan. To compare other brands by price and pack size, see all Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose medicines.

Indofer Syrup 50mg/5ml: common questions

This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Follow the dose that was prescribed for you and read the leaflet in the pack.