Maltofer is used for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (aged 12 years and over) and it is also used for the prevention of iron deficiency in high-risk adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or otherwise inappropriate. Iron deficiency occurs when the body fails to absorb enough iron, often due to not enough iron being absorbed from food, although it can also be caused by a number of other 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.

You should always take Maltofer exactly as your doctor 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  (100-200 mg iron) daily, preferably with food.

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

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

Maltofer Iron Tablets: 100 mg iron as 370 mg iron polymaltose

Maltofer is suitable for use in pregnancy. Clinical studies have shown that Maltofer corrects iron deficiency in pregnant women with significantly fewer gastrointestinal side effects.

Please discuss with your healthcare professional if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding before you start taking Maltofer.

Iron supplements should not be taken for more than 12 months without consulting your healthcare professional.

Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced meal.

Do not use in haemochromatosis, inflammatory bowel disease and ostomy patients.

Generally speaking, it may take a few weeks for iron tablets to start working and may take 3-6 months for full iron correction. It is important to take your iron treatment as recommended so you can get back to feeling like you again.

Maltofer also does not require vitamin C for optimal absorption, in fact iron absorption actually increases when Maltofer is taken with food.

Other ferrous iron products are generally recommended to be taken on an empty stomach since some common foods can interfere with iron absorption of ferrous salts. This is true for even very simple foods/drinks, such as tea, coffee, chocolate, and milk.

Maltofer can be taken at any time with food, without affecting the absorption of iron.

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

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