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Iron (Oral)
💊 Used for: Iron deficiency anemia, Prophylaxis against anemia
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
1–6 mg/kg
Max Daily
6 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
100 mg
Route: oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 5–30 mg | 5.0–30.0 ml | ≤ 30 mg |
| 6 kg | 6–36 mg | 6.0–36.0 ml | ≤ 36 mg |
| 7 kg | 7–42 mg | 7.0–42.0 ml | ≤ 42 mg |
| 8 kg | 8–48 mg | 8.0–48.0 ml | ≤ 48 mg |
| 9 kg | 9–54 mg | 9.0–54.0 ml | ≤ 54 mg |
| 10 kg | 10–60 mg | 10.0–60.0 ml | ≤ 60 mg |
| 12 kg | 12–72 mg | 12.0–72.0 ml | ≤ 72 mg |
| 15 kg | 15–90 mg | 15.0–90.0 ml | ≤ 90 mg |
| 18 kg | 18–108 mg | 18.0–108.0 ml | ≤ 108 mg |
| 20 kg | 20–120 mg | 20.0–120.0 ml | ≤ 120 mg |
| 25 kg | 25–150 mg | 25.0–150.0 ml | ≤ 150 mg |
| 30 kg | 30–180 mg | 30.0–180.0 ml | ≤ 180 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Give between meals for treatment; parenteral IM = 4 x weight x Hb deficit
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