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Iron Dichloride (ferrous chloride)

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Iron Dichloride (generic name: ferrous chloride) is a ferrous chloride drug. It is currently in unknown development.

Iron Dichloride replenishes iron stores in the body to produce hemoglobin and red blood cells.

Iron Dichloride, also known as ferrous chloride, is a white or off-white solid with a high melting point. It crystallizes from water as the greenish tetrahydrate, which is the most commonly encountered form in commerce and the laboratory.

At a glance

Generic nameferrous chloride
Drug classferrous chloride
Therapeutic areaHematology
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of Iron Dichloride like a refill for your body's iron tank. When you're low on iron, your body can't make enough healthy red blood cells, which carry oxygen to your muscles and organs. By replenishing iron stores, Iron Dichloride helps your body produce more red blood cells, which can improve symptoms of iron deficiency like fatigue and weakness.

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Drug interactions

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Iron Dichloride

What is Iron Dichloride?

Iron Dichloride (ferrous chloride) is a ferrous chloride drug.

How does Iron Dichloride work?

Iron Dichloride replenishes iron stores in the body to produce hemoglobin and red blood cells.

What is the generic name of Iron Dichloride?

ferrous chloride is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Iron Dichloride.

What drug class is Iron Dichloride in?

Iron Dichloride belongs to the ferrous chloride class. See all ferrous chloride drugs at /class/ferrous-chloride.

What development phase is Iron Dichloride in?

Iron Dichloride is in unknown.

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