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Iron

For temporary relief of exhaustion, muscle weakness, pallor. May also be used for standard homeopathic indications or as directed by your physician.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

How to use Iron

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Para quién es

For temporary relief of exhaustion, muscle weakness, pallor. May also be used for standard homeopathic indications or as directed by your physician.

Cómo tomarlo y con qué frecuencia
  • For Use: Place drops under tongue for 30 seconds
  • Adults 7 drops 3 times a day
  • Children 2-12 years, 7 drops 3 times a day
  • Under 2 years, consult your doctor
  • Use until symptoms are relieved or as directed by your health care provider
Talk to a doctor first if

TAMPER EVIDENT: Do not use if safety seal is broken before first use.

Warnings

Consult your health care provider if symptoms persist more than 5 days or worsen.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

Si olvidas una dosis

Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-10-03.

Marcas en todo el mundo

Products with Iron as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Iron SucroseIRON SUCROSE 1 kg/kg · Powder · Matrix Pharmacorp Private Limited
NDC 84206-0052Label
Iron Sucrose ComplexIRON SUCROSE 1 kg/kg · Powder · Cohance Lifesciences Limited
NDC 68022-7510Label
Vitafol Fe PlusDOCONEXENT 200 mg/1, NIACINAMIDE 15 mg/1, .ALPHA.-TOCOPHEROL ACETATE, DL- 9 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Exeltis USA, Inc.
NDC 0642-7473Label
Multi-vitamin Drops With Fluoride And IronVITAMIN A PALMITATE 1500 [iU]/mL, ASCORBIC ACID 35 mg/mL, CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 [iU]/mL · Liquid · Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC
NDC 58657-327Label
Iron Sucrose ComplexIRON SUCROSE 1 kg/kg · Powder · Cohance Lifesciences Limited
NDC 68022-7032Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACIronmax A11-100178NAFDACIron Dex Syrup A4-1467NAFDACIron Dex Capsules A4-1429NAFDACIron Dextran Injection C4-1221NAFDACIron Dextran Injection A4-0407NAFDACMezron A11-100516NAFDACMeroglobin A11-100536NAFDACAframin Drops A4-8780NAFDACG-Amino Syrup A7-2994NAFDACAfrabron Syrup A11-100077NAFDACSavirone Cream A4-101248NAFDACKristyfer Syrup A11-100532

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Ferrous Sulfate 7.5 mg Iron/0.5 mL Oral Syringe, Delivers: 0.5 mL, Iron Supplement Drops, Mfg by: Akron Pharma, Pkg by: Safecor, Columbus, OH 43204. NDC: a) 71399748005, b) 393280U.S. FDA Class II
17 Feb 2025 · Safecor Health, LLC · OngoingDefective Delivery System: Leakage observed after oral solution was repackaged into unit-dose syringes.
Venofer (iron sucrose) Injection, USP 100 mg Elemental Iron per 5 mL (20 mg/mL), 5 mL Single-Dose Vials, Rx Only, For Intravenous Use Only, Distributed by: Fresenius Medical Care NU.S. FDA Class II
11 Nov 2024 · American Regent, Inc. · OngoingPresence of Particulate Matter: Potential for glass delamination from the vials.
Venofer (iron sucrose) Injection, USP 50 mg Elemental Iron per 2.5 mL (20 mg/mL), 2.5 mL Single-Dose Vials, Rx Only, For Intravenous Use Only, Distributed by: Fresenius Medical CarU.S. FDA Class II
11 Nov 2024 · American Regent, Inc. · OngoingPresence of Particulate Matter: Potential for glass delamination from the vials.
Venofer (iron sucrose) Injection, USP 100 mg Elemental Iron per 5 mL (20 mg/mL), 5 mL Single-Dose Vials, Rx Only, For Intravenous Use Only, American Regent, Inc. Shirley, NY 11967,U.S. FDA Class II
11 Nov 2024 · American Regent, Inc. · OngoingPresence of Particulate Matter: Potential for glass delamination from the vials.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

Check your pack of Iron

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Questions about Iron

What is Iron used for?

For temporary relief of exhaustion, muscle weakness, pallor. May also be used for standard homeopathic indications or as directed by your physician. (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Iron?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: for Use: Place drops under tongue for 30 seconds. Adults 7 drops 3 times a day. Children 2-12 years, 7 drops 3 times a day. Under 2 years, consult your doctor. Use until symptoms are relieved or as directed by your health care provider.…

Do I need a prescription for Iron?

In many countries Iron is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Iron?

Iron is sold under names such as Ferrum Metallicum 6x. Brand names differ between countries.

Can children take Iron?

The label gives a separate dose by age: Children 2-12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Iron when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How can I check that my Iron is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.