Ferrous Fumarate
ATC Code
B03AA02
Ferrous Fumarate
Definition
The fumarate salt form of the mineral iron. Administration of ferrous fumarate results in elevation of serum iron concentration, which is then assimilated into hemoglobin, required for the transport of oxygen, or trapped in the reticuloendothelial cells for storage. This agent is used as a dietary supplement, and to prevent or treat iron deficiency related syndromes.
Also known as FERROUS FUMARATE — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC B03AA02 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C61763 per NCIT
- SCTID 387289009 per RXNORM
- SCTID 52108005 per RXNORM
- UNII R5L488RY0Q per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Iron deficiency anemia | may prevent | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |
| Iron deficiency anemia | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |