Polyferon
Syrup
Chemist Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Polyferon. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Polyferon may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developi... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Polyferon is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not ... View More |
| Driving | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR It is not known whether Polyferon alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and r... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Polyferon should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Polyferon may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Polyferon should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Polyferon may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Polyferon is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron i... View More
Uses of Polyferon
- Iron deficiency anemia
- Anemia due to chronic kidney disease
Side effects of Polyferon
- Nausea
- Dark colored stool
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
How to use Polyferon
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and ta... View More
How Polyferon works
Polyferon is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglob... View More
What if you forget to take Polyferon?
If you miss a dose of Polyferon, please consult your doctor.
Indication
Iron-deficiency anemia
Adult Dose
Dosage and duration of therapy are dependent upon the extent of iron deficiency. Adults: 10 ml once or twice daily
Child Dose
Dosage and duration of therapy are dependent upon the extent of iron deficiency. Children (6 - 12 years): 10 ml daily Children (2 - 6 years): 5 ml dai... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity or intolerance to iron and overloading of iron in the body. Anaemia not caused by iron deficiency. Disturbances in iron utilisation, th... View More
Mode of Action
Iron polymaltose is a water soluble, macro-molecular complex of iron (III) hydroxide and isomaltose. It is used in the treatment of iron-deficiency anae... View More
Precaution
Avoid concomitant parenteral and oral iron admin, oral iron therapy should start at least 1 wk after last iron inj. Parenteral: Pregnancy (2nd and 3rd t... View More
Side Effect
GI irritation, epigastric pain, stomach cramping, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dark stools, heart burn, discoloured urine, teeth staining.... View More
Interaction
Concurrent use with psychotropic drugs may worsen constipation. Increased systemic side effects with concomitant ACE inhibitors and parenteral iron admi... View More
Alternative brand for Polyferon
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