Meta Information
ID:iron-fumarate
Name:Iron Fumarate
Schema Version:1.5
Title
Iron Fumarate
Alternate Names
- Ferrous Fumarate
Intervention Type
therapeutic_agent
Expected Cost Mean
Low Cost:
5
High Cost:
12
Cost Type:
monthly
Description:
Cost for a typical daily dose of ferrous fumarate.
Summary
Ferrous fumarate provides a high amount of elemental iron per dose (about 33%), making it highly effective for treating iron deficiency rapidly. However, its high concentration may cause gastrointestinal side effects similar to ferrous sulfate.
Purpose
High elemental iron content to rapidly correct deficiency.
Card Summary
A highly concentrated iron supplement for rapid correction of deficiency.
Drug Class
iron
Drugs In Class
Empty Array
Impact
Score:
5.5
Justification:
Crucial for correcting deficiency, but offers no benefit and potential harm if iron-replete.
Evidence
Grade:
A
Score:
9
Justification:
Extensive human RCTs confirm efficacy for correcting iron deficiency and anemia.
Safety
Score:
4
Justification:
Risk of iron overload if taken without diagnosed deficiency; high rate of gastrointestinal side effects.
Flags
- Only use if diagnosed with iron deficiency or insufficiency via blood tests.
- Excess iron is a pro-oxidant and can accelerate aging and organ damage.
- May interfere with absorption of zinc, manganese, and certain medications like levothyroxine.
- High elemental iron content may lead to similar GI side effects as sulfate.
Verdict
Essential for correcting deficiency; harmful if taken without medical need.
Created
2026-05-10T18:35:00.000000Z
Model
System
Delivery
Route:
oral
Scope:
- systemic
Indication
Focus:
healthspan
Description:
Ferrous fumarate provides a high amount of elemental iron per dose (about 33%), making it highly effective for treating iron deficiency rapidly.
Typical Protocol
- Take 65-106 mg of elemental iron daily or every other day to correct diagnosed iron deficiency.
- Dosage should be guided by regular ferritin, transferrin saturation, and CBC blood tests.