Maltofer Syrup 150mL (Iron Supplementation)

Product Registration Number: MAL19911911XZ

Maltofer® Syrup is used to treat iron deficiency without and with anaemia (lack of red blood cells). It is also used as prevention therapy during pregnancy to avoid iron deficiency. Maltofer® Syrup contains iron which plays a role in the formation and function of red blood cells.

Dosage and Directions For Use: 

Iron deficiency anaemia: 

• Infants aged up to 1 year: 2.5-5mL
• Children aged 1-12 years: 5-10mL 
• Adolescents over 12 years and adults: 10-30mL 
• Pregnant women: 20-30mL 

Iron deficiency without anaemia: 

• Children aged 1-12 years: 2.5-5mL 
• Adolescents over 12 years and adults: 5-10mL 
• Pregnant women: 10mL 

Prevention therapy for pregnant women: 5-10mL 

• To be taken once daily or in divided doses as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
• Take the syrup during or immediately after a meal. 
• Use the measuring cup from the package to measure the dose. 
• Maltofer® Syrup can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices or with bottle-feed. 

Active Ingredient: Iron (III)-hydroxide polymaltose complex

Precautions:

• Maltofer® Syrup contains 0.28g of sorbitol (sugar) per mL. Tell your doctor if you have intolerance for certain sugar.
• Maltofer® Syrup contains small quantities of ethanol (alcohol) of less than 100mg per 30mL (maximum daily dose).
• Maltofer® Syrup contains methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl hydroxybenzoate (E216). These can cause allergic reactions that may only appear later. 
• A very common side effect is stool discolouration. 
• Common side effects are nausea, constipation, diarrhoea and stomachache. 
• Keep medicine out of reach of children. 
• Do not use the product after the expiry date. 
• Please store the items in its original packaging and protect from light. Store below 30°C.