Ferrous Fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension 200ml Chocolate Flavour (Galfer Syrup Equivalent)

Ferrous fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension 200ml by Purosure

Ferrous fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension contains Ferrous Fumarate which is used to replace low levels of iron in the blood. It is also used to treat and prevent anaemia caused by iron deficiency.

Adults & the elderly 

Prevention: Take ONE 5ml spoonful once a day with food, or as advised by your healthcare professional.
Treatment: As advised by your healthcare professional.

Children: - Not suitable for children, always speak to your GP 

Use in children should always be supervised by your doctor as excessive use may lead to dangerous levels of iron in the blood.

Important Warning:
Contains iron. keep out of the reach of the sight and reach of children, as an overdose may be fatal.

You can take Ferrous fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension when pregnant or breastfeeding, but talk to your doctor first before using the medicine particularly if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy.
Take this medicine before meals on an empty stomach if possible. If the syrup upsets your stomach, take it with or after food.
Some foods such as tea, eggs and milk may reduce the amount of iron absorbed by the body. Check with the doctor or pharmacist about which foods to avoid.
Ferrous fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension may make your stools darker than usual. This is a normal effect of medicines containing iron.
Ferrous fumarate 140mg/5ml Suspension may blacken the teeth. To help prevent this, rinse your mouth with water after taking.
Vitamin C and drinks containing citric acid may increase the amount of Iron absorbed.

Important Warning:
Contains iron.
keep out of the reach of the sight and reach of children, as an overdose may be fatal

Ingredients 

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• Sugar Free
• Suitable for vegetarians/vegans
• Chocolate Flavour