Polysaccharide Iron

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 25, 2023

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Polysaccharide iron

Common Brands:

Ferrex-150, ProFe, Ezfe, Niferex

Availability:

Over-the-counter

Therapeutic Class:

Iron supplements

Forms:

Capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Iron deficiency anemia

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Polysaccharide Iron Drug Class

Polysaccharide iron (poh-lee-sah-kar-eyed eye-ron) is an iron supplement.

Polysaccharide Iron Age Range

Polysaccharide iron is approved for use in adults only. Accidental overdose of oral iron supplements can be fatal in children younger than 6 years of age.