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Ferrous gluconate
Ferrous gluconate (Fergon)
Ferrous gluconate
(FAIR-us GLUE-kon-ayt)
Apo-Ferrous Gluconate
Fergon (OTC)
Classification:
Antianemic, iron
See Also:
See also Ferrous sulfate.
Action/Kinetics:
Contains about 11% elemental iron.
Uses:
Particularly indicated for clients who cannot tolerate ferrous sulfate because of gastric irritation.
How Supplied:
Capsule: 225 mg and 324 mg; Extended Release Capsule: 150 mg, 159 mg, 250 mg; Drops: 75 mg/0.6 mL, 25 mg/mL; Elixir: 220 mg/5 mL, 300 mg/5 mL; Oral Liquid/Solution: 300 mg/5 mL; Tablet: 200 mg, 300 mg, 324 mg, 325 mg; Enteric-Coated Tablet: 200 mg, 325 mg
Dosage
•Capsules, Tablets
Prophylaxis.
Adults: 325 mg/day. Pediatric, 2 years and older: 8 mg/kg/day.
Anemia.
Adults: 325 mg q.i.d. Can be increased to 650 mg q.i.d. if needed and tolerated. Pediatric, 2 years and older: l6 mg/kg t.i.d.
•Elixir, Syrup
Prophylaxis.
Adults: 300 mg/day. Pediatric, 2 years and older: 8 mg/kg/day.
Anemia.
Adults: 300 mg q.i.d. Can be increased to 600 mg q.i.d. as needed and tolerated. Pediatric, 2 years and older: 16 mg/kg t.i.d. The provider must determine dosage for children less than 2 years of age. |
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