• Gentle gastrointestinal profile: Ferric maltol is designed for better tolerability—causes fewer side effects like constipation or nausea compared to ferrous salts. 

• Efficient iron absorption: Promotes increase in serum ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT) by delivering iron effectively across the gut wall.

• Standard adult regimen: Each capsule provides 30 mg elemental iron; typical dose is 30 mg twice daily on an empty stomach (≥ 1 h before, or 2 h after meals) for ≥12 weeks. Treatment continues until iron parameters normalize.

• Accessible pricing: Priced at approximately ৳ 11 per capsule, with a 10-capsule strip costing around ৳ 110—affordable for long-term iron therapy in Bangladesh.

ℹ️ Safety & Usage Notes

• Contraindications

  • Known allergy to ferric maltol or any ingredient.

  • Iron overload conditions (e.g. hemochromatosis) or frequent transfusions.

  • Active inflammatory bowel disease flare-ups.

    Common side effects

• • Mild gastrointestinal disturbances such as flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, dark stools, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. 

• Interactions

  • Avoid concomitant use with dimercaprol (risk of kidney toxicity).

  • May reduce absorption of medications including mycophenolate, ethynyl estradiol, ciprofloxacin, and doxycycline—space dosing by at least 4 hours.

  • Food decreases iron bioavailability—take on empty stomach. 

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding

  • Ferric maltol is minimally systemically absorbed as complex; unlikely to reach fetus. No detectable transfer via breastmilk. Safety data limited but risk is expected to be low.

• Overdose caution

  • Accidental ingestion may cause iron toxicity in young children. Early overdose symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain; more severe signs include hypotension, metabolic acidosis, and systemic toxicity. Immediate medical attention recommended.

• Storage

  • Keep at <25 °C, in a dry, light-protected place. Keep out of children’s reach. 

🧾 Dosing Summary