Brand name: Accrufer
Generic name: Ferric Maltol
Used for: Treatment of iron deficiency in adults
Availability: Brand Accrufer (Kye Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Norgine Pharmaceuticals) 30 mg
How Ferric Maltol Works
Ferric Maltol is the active ingredient in Accrufer; it is a drug used to treat low iron stores and prevent anemia. It works by utilizing a unique stable complex that allows iron to be absorbed efficiently into the bloodstream through the intestinal wall. It raises the level of iron available for hemoglobin production and supports healthy red blood cell levels. Ferric Maltol is prescribed to individuals with a low iron percentage and to those who may not tolerate traditional salt-based iron supplements well. It has proven effective when combined with a healthy diet and proper medical monitoring.
Ferric Maltol: Possible side effects
Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience severe, bothersome side effects. Most of the side effects are manageable and may go away on their own.
• Constipation or Diarrhea
• Discolored stools. Stools may turn dark or black.
• Flatulence (gas)
• Nausea
• Stomach pain or discomfort
Ferric Maltol Guidelines
Do not take Accrufer if you are allergic to Ferric Maltol or if you have conditions of iron overload (such as hemochromatosis); talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits before you begin to take it. Individuals with inflammatory bowel disease or liver problems should be closely monitored by their doctors while on this medication. This medication should be used by pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding only under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Accrufer can be taken with or without food. However, it is generally recommended to take it on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) for the absolute highest absorption.
The following may counteract Ferric Maltol, so make sure to tell your doctor about any prescription and over-the-counter medications you are taking.
• Antacids (if taken within 2 hours of your dose)
• Antibiotics (e.g., tetracyclines, quinolones)
• Bisphosphonates
• Dimercaprol
• Thyroid medications (e.g., levothyroxine)
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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