Ferrum Hausmann® is a new generation oral iron therapy for the treatment of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. With its active control iron absorption mechanism, it demonstrates reduced common gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, constipation, and tooth discoloration that are often associated with traditional iron supplements1–3. To date, no interactions with drug and food have been reported4. Manufactured in Europe, Ferrum Hausmann® is available in more than 80 countries around the globe.
Ferrum Hausmann® Drops
- Features
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- This liquid drop formulation is suitable for all people, including premature babies and infants
- Can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices or with bottle-feed
- Delicious vanilla-flavored drops
- Made in Europe
- Active Ingredient
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- 1 mL Ferrum Hausmann® drops (=20 drops) contains 50 mg iron in the form of iron(III) hydroxide polymaltose complex
- Sugar content: 50 mg per 1 mL Ferrum Hausmann drops (=20 drops)
- Indication
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Ferrum Hausmann® drops are an iron preparation used to treat iron deficiency without anemia and iron deficiency anemia.
- Dosage
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Ferrum Hausmann® drops should be taken during or directly after meals. They can be mixed with fruit or vegetable juice or with bottle food.
- Iron deficiency anemia:
- Premature babies: 1-2 drops/kg of body weight daily for 3-5 months
- Infants aged up to 1 year: 10-20 drops daily
- Children (aged 1-12 years): 20-40 drops daily
- Adolescents over 12 years and adults: 40-120 drops daily
- Iron deficiency without anemia:
- Infants aged up to 1 year: 6-10 drops daily
- Children (aged 1-12 years): 10-20 drops daily
- Adolescents over 12 years and adults: 20-40 drops daily
The exact dosage and duration of treatment is determined by doctor.
- Iron deficiency anemia:
- Pack Size
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Bottle of 30 mL.
- Precaution
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For details, please refer to the package insert.
- Storage
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- Keep medicines out of the reach of children.
- Do not store above 30 °C.
- Disclaimer & Reference
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The content on this site is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or pharmacist with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Reference
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- Laleli Koc B, Haydaroğlu Y, Akgün Aktaş B, Özkavak OO, Tanacan A, Şahin D. Comparison of the Prophylactic Use of Iron Polymaltose Complex and Ferrous Sulfate Iron Preparations in Terms of Efficacy and Side Effect Profile in Pregnant Women. Ank City Hosp Med J. 2023;2(4):221-225. doi:10.5505/achmedj.2023.36855
- Ortiz R, Toblli JE, Romero JD, et al. Efficacy and safety of oral iron(III) polymaltose complex versus ferrous sulfate in pregnant women with iron-deficiency anemia: a multicenter, randomized, controlled study. J Matern-Fetal Neonatal Med Off J Eur Assoc Perinat Med Fed Asia Ocean Perinat Soc Int Soc Perinat Obstet. 2011;24(11):1347-1352. doi:10.3109/14767058.2011.599080
- Department of Oral Pathology & Microbiology, People’s Dental Academy, People’s University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, Gupta AA, Sharma R, et al. Evaluate enamel surface staining due to iron supplements on primary teeth - An in vitro study. Bioinformation. 2025;21(09):2980-2983. doi:10.6026/973206300212980
- Prashant K, Richa K, Amit J. An exclusionary approach to recover Iron deficiency by POLYROL: an overview of Iron Polymaltose complex. In: 2016. Accessed January 29, 2026. https://www.semanticscholar.org/paper/An-exclusionary-approach-to-recover-Iron-deficiency-Prashant-Richa/777da691e41e5780f56bc0011f03727614b7430e
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