iron(III) hydroxide polymaltose complex

Feromaks is an oral iron supplement developed and marketed by Shayana Farm, primarily available in a syrup formulation. The active ingredient is iron(III) hydroxide polymaltose complex (IPC), a non-ionic iron preparation where the polynuclear iron(III) hydroxide core is surrounded by non-covalently bound polymaltose molecules. This complex is designed to mimic the physiological storage form of iron (ferritin), allowing for controlled iron release and absorption via active transport mechanisms in the small intestine. This pharmacokinetic profile significantly reduces the risk of gastrointestinal irritation and oxidative damage often associated with traditional ferrous salts. Feromaks is indicated for the treatment of latent iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia, as well as for the prevention of iron deficiency during pregnancy and lactation.

Brand names

Feromaks

Other names

Feromaks syrup