Ferrous Sulfate
Iron is an essential mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells.
Dosage by Body Weight
Therapeutic dose for anemia is usually 3-6 mg/kg of elemental iron daily. Liquid iron can stain teeth; mix with juice or water and use a straw.
- Body Weight
- 5-10 kg
- Dose
- 15-30 mg elemental iron
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided
- Tracking Notes
- Vitamin C (orange juice) helps absorption.
- Body Weight
- 11-20 kg
- Dose
- 30-60 mg elemental iron
- Frequency
- Once daily or divided
- Tracking Notes
- May cause dark stools; this is normal.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-10 kg | 15-30 mg elemental iron | Once daily or divided | Vitamin C (orange juice) helps absorption. |
| 11-20 kg | 30-60 mg elemental iron | Once daily or divided | May cause dark stools; this is normal. |
Formulation
Purpose
Iron supplement used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia.
Generic Name
Ferrous SulfateBranded Drug Names
Ferrous Sulfate is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
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
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONAlcohol can worsen stomach irritation and may affect iron absorption or anemia management. Avoid or limit alcohol while using ferrous sulfate.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDFerrous sulfate is commonly prescribed in pregnancy to prevent or treat iron deficiency. Take only the recommended dose.
Breast Feeding
SAFEFerrous sulfate is generally safe while breastfeeding at recommended doses and may be prescribed for maternal iron deficiency.
Driving
SAFEFerrous sulfate does not usually affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell from dizziness, nausea, or severe stomach upset.
Liver
CAUTIONPeople with iron overload conditions or significant liver disease should use iron supplements only after medical evaluation.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDFerrous sulfate may be used in kidney-related anemia under medical guidance. Consult your healthcare provider if you have chronic kidney disease.