Carbonyl Iron

A highly pure form of elemental iron. It is safer than iron salts because it is absorbed more slowly and has a lower risk of accidental poisoning in children.

Dosage by Body Weight

Pediatric dose: 3-6 mg/kg/day of elemental iron. Better tolerated with fewer GI side effects than ferrous sulfate.

Body Weight
10-15 kg
Dose
30 mg to 60 mg
Frequency
Once daily
Tracking Notes
Can be taken with or without food.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Carbonyl Iron, including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
10-15 kg	30 mg to 60 mg	Once daily	Can be taken with or without food.

Formulation

SuspensionTablet

Purpose

Treatment of iron deficiency anemia.

Generic Name

Carbonyl Iron

Branded Drug Names

Carbonyl Iron is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

Icar
Feosol (Carbonyl)

Scheduled Drug

No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.

Alternatives

Ferrous SulfateIron Polymaltose