About Ferose Chewable Tablets
Oral iron supplement
Used for
- Treatment of iron deficiency anemia
- Treatment of iron deficiency without anemia
- Prevention of iron deficiency during pregnancy
Usual adult dose
Iron deficiency anemia: usually 1–3 tablets daily. Iron deficiency without anemia: usually 1 tablet daily. Take with or immediately after food.
Usual dose in children
Ages 12 and older: adult dosing. Younger children generally require a liquid formulation with weight-based dosing.
Common side effects
- Dark stools
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Important warnings
- Not suitable for iron overload disorders
- Not suitable for anemia unrelated to iron deficiency
- Iron overdose can be dangerous, especially in children
- Avoid use with known allergy to its ingredients
Pregnancy
Used to prevent or treat iron deficiency during pregnancy; dosing depends on iron status.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses.
Interactions
- Other iron supplements increase the risk of excessive iron
- Concurrent injectable iron is generally avoided
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.