Filofer Capsule (Ferric Maltol) is a medication used for the treatment of iron deficiency with or without anemia in adults.
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Iron deficiency is a prevalent cause of anemia globally, often seen in patients with inflammatory conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Ferric maltol, a novel oral iron replacement therapy, is designed to enhance iron absorption while minimizing gastrointestinal adverse events linked to unabsorbed free iron. Extensively studied in trials involving around 750 individuals with iron-deficiency anemia related to various conditions, Ferric maltol has gained approval for treating adults with iron deficiency, regardless of the underlying condition.
Ferric maltol is an orally active complex containing a single ferric ion (Fe3+). It is a promising option for treating iron deficiency anemia in inflammatory bowel disease
Iron deficiency stands as the most prevalent nutritional disorder globally. Ferric maltol plays a crucial role by delivering iron for absorption through the intestinal wall, facilitating transfer to transferrin and ferritin. Iron, a vital element, is essential for oxygen transportation in the blood through hemoglobin and various other physiological processes within the human body.
Upon ingestion, ferric maltol undergoes breakdown in the gastrointestinal tract. Iron and maltol are absorbed separately, with ferric maltol acting to replace iron present in hemoglobin, myoglobin, and other enzymes. Maltol, on the other hand, undergoes breakdown and is eliminated from the body.
The most common side effects are flatulence, diarrhea, constipation, discolored feces, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Filofer is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults.
Ferric Maltol delivers iron for uptake across the intestinal wall and transfer to transferrin and ferritin. It has been shown to increase serum iron parameters, including ferritin and transferrin saturation (TSAT).
Drug interaction with food and others:
Store in a cool (below 25°C) and dry place protected from light. Keep away from the reach of children.
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