Maltofer - Iron Deficiency Tablets & Liquid Iron Supplement

Maltofer is an oral iron therapy for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate.

Maltofer tablets are now available in both 30 and 100 tablet pack sizes.

Remember, it may take 3-6 months to correct iron deficiency with oral iron treatment.

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Maltofer’s active ingredient, iron polymaltose, ensures your body only absorbs the iron that it needs when it is needed, providing reliable correction of iron levels.

Maltofer iron does not require Vitamin C for optimal absorption

Why move to Maltofer?

Why move to Maltofer?

Patients taking Maltofer experience:

Fewer gastrointestinal side effects, such as constipation and nausea*
The convenience of taking iron with food
Fewer interactions with other medicines. Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medications.

*Versus ferrous sulfate

Maltofer is less likely to cause constipation

Most commonly used iron supplements contain iron in the form of ferrous salts (such as ferrous sulfate or ferrous fumarate).  Ferrous salts may cause unwanted side effects such as constipation, vomiting and nausea.

In fact, these side effects from ferrous salts can be so frequent, that some people may avoid taking iron supplements for this reason. Clinical trials with Maltofer have consistently shown significantly fewer gastrointestinal side effects, such as nausea, constipation and vomiting, than in patients taking ferrous supplements. In a study involving 80 pregnant women receiving Maltofer or ferrous sulfate, it was shown that women taking Maltofer experienced less nausea, constipation and vomiting than those taking ferrous sulfate.

Any side effect

29%

56%

Constipation

23%

Vomiting

28%

Nausea

17%

46%

Maltofer

Ferrous sulfate

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How is iron from Maltofer absorbed?

The absorption of iron from Maltofer takes place by a controlled mechanism.

Maltofer does not release large amounts of iron at once, which is why it is less likely to cause gastrointestinal side effects like constipation.

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What is iron deficiency?

Iron deficiency occurs when the amount of iron absorbed by the body is insufficient.

Iron is one of the body’s essential nutrients, which is absorbed from the foods we eat. Iron is required for normal cell and organ function, as it carries oxygen around the body via haemoglobin found in red blood cells.

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If you are experiencing these symptoms,
it is important that you talk to your doctor.

Shortness of breath

Hair loss

Cold intolerance

Mental fatigue

Physical fatigue/exhaustion

Infection

Mouth ulcers

Restless legs

Paleness

Headaches

Sore tongue

Brittle nails

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Maltofer products available

Maltofer Syrup

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Pleasant flavour

100mg elemental iron per 10mL

Can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices

Clinically proven

Maltofer Tablets

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Easy to take tablets

100mg elemental iron per tablet

Available in two sizes: 30 and 100 tablet packs

Clinically proven

Pleasant flavour

100mg elemental iron per 10mL

Can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices

Clinically proven

Easy to take tablets

100mg elemental iron per tablet

Available in two sizes: 30 and 100 tablet packs

Clinically proven

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Iron deficiency in pregnancy

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Iron deficiency

Iron is one of the body’s essential nutrients, which is absorbed from the foods we eat.

Are you getting enough iron

Iron deficiency occurs when the supply of iron is not enough to meet the demands of your body.

FAQs

Commonly asked questions
on oral iron and Maltofer

Are all irons the same?

No, they are not. When taking an iron supplement, it is important to check the amount of elemental iron per dose. Many supplements containing iron have only small amounts of elemental iron per dose, often less than 24mg. These are often dietary supplements and are not intended for the treatment of iron deficiency.

If your iron causes constipation, try Maltofer. Maltofer contains 100mg of elemental iron per dose, in the form of iron polymaltose which provides an adequate amount of iron to treat iron deficiency when taken as directed. Be sure to check if your current iron supplement is delivering enough elemental iron for your needs.

What is Maltofer used for?

Maltofer is used for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (ages 12 years and over) and it is also used for the prevention of iron deficiency in high-risk adults and adolescents. Maltofer can be used where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or otherwise inappropriate.

Iron deficiency occurs when the body cannot absorb enough iron to replenish what is lost by the body. This can be due to a diet that doesn’t contain enough iron-rich foods or from a number of health conditions.

Iron is an important nutrient for your physical and mental health and for keeping your energy levels up. It is also needed to keep your immune system healthy, aiding your ability to fight off infections.

What are the ingredients in Maltofer?

Active ingredients:

Maltofer Tablets: 100mg iron as 370mg iron polymaltose
Maltofer Syrup: 100mg iron/10mL as 370mg iron polymaltose

Other ingredients:

Maltofer Tablets: crospovidone, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, iron oxide red, iron oxide yellow, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, cellulose – microcrystalline and titanium dioxide
Maltofer Syrup: cream flavour, ethanol, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propyl hydroxybenzoate, water-purified, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol solution (70%) non-crystallising, and sucrose.

Dosage:
You should always take Maltofer exactly as your medical practitioner or pharmacist has instructed. Consult with them if you are unsure.

For treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (aged 12 years and over), take 1-2 tablets or 10-20mL of syrup (100-200mg iron) daily, preferably with food.

For prevention of iron deficiency in high-risk adults and adolescents (aged 12 years and over), take 1 tablet or 10mL of syrup (100mg iron) daily, preferably with food.

Higher doses may be taken as directed by your medical practitioner.

Is Maltofer suitable for vegans and vegetarians?

Yes, Maltofer is suitable for vegans and vegetarians as it contains no ingredients of animal origin.

Is Maltofer free from allergens?

Maltofer is lactose free, gluten free, dairy free, soy free and yeast free.