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Phosfomin Iron is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Phosfomin Iron safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Phosfomin Iron without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Phosfomin Iron safe during breastfeeding?
Phosfomin Iron is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Phosfomin Iron on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Phosfomin Iron for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Phosfomin Iron on the Liver?
Effects of Phosfomin Iron on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Phosfomin Iron on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Phosfomin Iron. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Phosfomin Iron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Phosfomin Iron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Phosfomin Iron habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Phosfomin Iron is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Phosfomin Iron since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Phosfomin Iron only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Phosfomin Iron in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Phosfomin Iron
Phosfomin Iron may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Phosfomin Iron
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Phosfomin Iron with alcohol will be.
Yes, Phosfomin Iron can be taken with vitamin C as the latter increases the absorption of iron into the body.
No, Phosfomin Iron doesn't cause leg cramps. In fact, deficiency of iron leads to leg cramps.
Phosfomin Iron is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, syrup, drop, suspension, and injection. It is to be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. One should take the dose at the same time every day to avoid missing or skipping it. Phosfomin Iron may cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach cramps. It is, therefore, important to take it with some food. Milk, calcium, and antacids should not be taken at the same time as that of Phosfomin Iron.
Yes, Phosfomin Iron may cause an allergic reaction causing hives, rash, and itching. It may also cause swelling of the eyes, tongue, lips, arms, ankles, throat, feet and lower legs. If you suffer from any of these reactions, please inform your doctor immediately. He may ask you to discontinue using Phosfomin Iron.
No, Phosfomin Iron doesn't cause swelling. In fact, deficiency of iron causes swelling.
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; INFeD® (Iron dextran)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 604