Ascorbic Acid / Ferrous Chloride
Ascorbic Acid/Ferrous Chloride is a combination supplement containing vitamin C and iron. The vitamin C component enhances the absorption of ferrous iron in the gastrointestinal tract, making this formulation particularly effective for treating iron deficiency. This medication is used to address iron deficiency anemia and maintain adequate iron levels in the body.
A vitamin C and iron combination supplement that improves iron absorption for treating iron deficiency anemia.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007224
- Generic
- Ascorbic Acid / Ferrous Chloride
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment and prevention of iron deficiency anemia, iron supplementation when dietary intake is insufficient, and conditions requiring increased iron requirements such as pregnancy or blood loss recovery.
Ferrous chloride provides elemental iron for hemoglobin synthesis and oxygen transport. Ascorbic acid acts as a reducing agent that converts ferric iron to the more absorbable ferrous form, significantly enhancing iron bioavailability in the intestines.
Take with food to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, though absorption is optimal on an empty stomach. Avoid taking with calcium, antacids, or tetracycline antibiotics as they can decrease iron absorption. Keep out of reach of children as iron overdose can be dangerous. May cause constipation, dark stools, or mild GI upset.
Official drug label
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