Iron Polymaltose Complex

A non-ionic iron formulation that is often better tolerated than iron salts. It has a lower incidence of gastric irritation and does not stain teeth as easily.

Dosage by Body Weight

Pediatric therapeutic dose: 3-6 mg of elemental iron per kg daily. Can be taken with or without food as it does not interact with most dietary components.

Body Weight
5-10 kg
Dose
25 mg to 50 mg
Frequency
Once daily
Tracking Notes
Available in drops (50mg/ml) for easy infant dosing.
Body Weight
11-20 kg
Dose
50 mg to 100 mg
Frequency
Once daily
Tracking Notes
Continue for 3 months after hemoglobin normalizes to refill iron stores.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Iron Polymaltose Complex, including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
5-10 kg	25 mg to 50 mg	Once daily	Available in drops (50mg/ml) for easy infant dosing.
11-20 kg	50 mg to 100 mg	Once daily	Continue for 3 months after hemoglobin normalizes to refill iron stores.

Formulation

SyrupDropsChewable Tablet

Purpose

Treatment and prevention of iron deficiency anemia.

Generic Name

Iron Polymaltose

Branded Drug Names

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

Ferrum Lek
Orofer
Maltofer

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 SulfateFerrous Fumarate