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Iron

Generic Name
Iron
Brand Names
Citranatal B-calm Kit, Citranatal Harmony, Concept Ob, Ferralet 90, Natafort, Vitafol-one
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
Fe
CAS Number
7439-89-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
E1UOL152H7

Overview

A metallic element found in certain minerals, in nearly all soils, and in mineral waters. It is an essential constituent of hemoglobin, cytochrome, and other components of respiratory enzyme systems. Its chief functions are in the transport of oxygen to tissue (hemoglobin) and in cellular oxidation mechanisms. Depletion of iron stores may result in iron-deficiency anemia. Iron is used to build up the blood in anemia.

Background

A metallic element found in certain minerals, in nearly all soils, and in mineral waters. It is an essential constituent of hemoglobin, cytochrome, and other components of respiratory enzyme systems. Its chief functions are in the transport of oxygen to tissue (hemoglobin) and in cellular oxidation mechanisms. Depletion of iron stores may result in iron-deficiency anemia. Iron is used to build up the blood in anemia.

Indication

Used in preventing and treating iron-deficiency anemia.

Associated Conditions

  • Anemia
  • Iron Deficiency (ID)
  • Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA)
  • Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS)
  • Concomitant myelosuppressive chemotherapy

FDA Approved Products

Venofer
Manufacturer:American Regent, Inc.
Route:INTRAVENOUS
Strength:20 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2022/06/01
NDC:0517-2340
Vitafol Nano
Manufacturer:Exeltis USA, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:18 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/02/14
NDC:0642-0094
Vitafol Ultra
Manufacturer:Exeltis USA, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:29 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2023/03/14
NDC:0642-0093
Vitafol OB Caplet
Manufacturer:Exeltis USA, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:65 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2022/12/31
NDC:0642-0079
Vitafol Plus
Manufacturer:Everett Laboratories, Inc.
Route:ORAL
Strength:27 mg in 1 1
Approved: 2012/04/18
NDC:0642-0092

Singapore Approved Products

FERROCYTE TABLET 50 mg
Manufacturer:SANNOVA CO LTD
Form:TABLET, FILM COATED
Strength:50 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 1991/06/17
Approval:SIN06142P
MALTOFER DROPS 50 mg/ml
Manufacturer:VIFOR SA
Form:SOLUTION
Strength:50 mg/ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1991/04/08
Approval:SIN05699P
AVOFER INJECTION 100MG/5ML
Manufacturer:Nang Kuang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.,
Form:INJECTION
Strength:100mg/5ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 2022/06/16
Approval:SIN16513P
Velphoro® Chewable Tablets 500mg
Manufacturer:Catalent Germany Schorndorf GmbH, Corden Pharma Fribourg SA
Form:TABLET, CHEWABLE
Strength:500 mg
Online:Yes
Approved: 2015/01/29
Approval:SIN14727P
MALTOFER SYRUP 50mg/5ml
Manufacturer:Vifor SA
Form:SYRUP
Strength:50mg/5ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1991/04/08
Approval:SIN05700P

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