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Daily Ferrous Sulfate

Instituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is a Iron supplement Small molecule drug developed by Instituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri. It is currently FDA-approved for Iron deficiency anemia in pediatric populations, Iron supplementation and prevention of iron deficiency. Also known as: Fer-in-sol.

Ferrous sulfate provides bioavailable iron to replenish depleted iron stores and restore hemoglobin synthesis.

Ferrous sulfate provides bioavailable iron to replenish depleted iron stores and restore hemoglobin synthesis. Used for Iron deficiency anemia in pediatric populations, Iron supplementation and prevention of iron deficiency.

At a glance

Generic nameDaily Ferrous Sulfate
Also known asFer-in-sol
SponsorInstituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri
Drug classIron supplement
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaHematology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Ferrous sulfate is an iron supplement that delivers ferrous (Fe2+) iron, which is readily absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. The absorbed iron is incorporated into hemoglobin and myoglobin, restoring oxygen-carrying capacity and correcting iron deficiency anemia. This is particularly important in pediatric populations where iron deficiency can impair cognitive and physical development.

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Frequently asked questions about Daily Ferrous Sulfate

What is Daily Ferrous Sulfate?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is a Iron supplement drug developed by Instituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri, indicated for Iron deficiency anemia in pediatric populations, Iron supplementation and prevention of iron deficiency.

How does Daily Ferrous Sulfate work?

Ferrous sulfate provides bioavailable iron to replenish depleted iron stores and restore hemoglobin synthesis.

What is Daily Ferrous Sulfate used for?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is indicated for Iron deficiency anemia in pediatric populations, Iron supplementation and prevention of iron deficiency.

Who makes Daily Ferrous Sulfate?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is developed and marketed by Instituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri (see full Instituto de Desarrollo e Investigaciones Pediátricas Prof. Dr. Fernando E. Viteri pipeline at /company/instituto-de-desarrollo-e-investigaciones-pedi-tricas-prof-dr-fernando-e-viteri).

Is Daily Ferrous Sulfate also known as anything else?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is also known as Fer-in-sol.

What drug class is Daily Ferrous Sulfate in?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate belongs to the Iron supplement class. See all Iron supplement drugs at /class/iron-supplement.

What development phase is Daily Ferrous Sulfate in?

Daily Ferrous Sulfate is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Daily Ferrous Sulfate?

Common side effects of Daily Ferrous Sulfate include Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, abdominal discomfort), Constipation, Dark stools, Diarrhea.

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