Drug Class Description
Haematinics (iron supplements).Generic Name
GenericDrug Description
Red, coated tablets.Presentation
Tablets, ferrous gluconate 300 mg (35 mg iron). Available from Co-Pharma, Hillcross, Ranbaxy, Regent.Indications
Iron deficiency anaemia.Adult Dosage
Prophylaxis, two tablets daily before food; treatment, four to six tablets daily in divided doses before food.Child Dosage
Six to 12 years, prophylaxis and treatment, one to three tablets daily.Special Precautions
Inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal strictures and diverticulae.Interactions
Tetracyclines.Adverse Reactions
Gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, epigastric pain, constipation, diarrhoea.