{"product_id":"maltofer-oral-iron-100mg-30-tablets","title":"Maltofer Oral Iron 100mg 30 Tablets","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaltofer is an oral iron therapy for the treatment and prevention of medically diagnosed iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate. Maltofer is less likely to cause side effects such as constipation, nausea and vomiting compared to ferrous sulfate.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaltofer\u003c\/strong\u003e is Australia's number 1 selling oral iron^, for the treatment and prevention of medically diagnosed iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate. \u003cstrong\u003eMaltofer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a therapeutic formula, clinically proven* to correct iron deficiency.  It is a non-ferrous iron that causes significantly less side effects, such as constipation, nausea or vomiting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe absorption of iron from \u003cstrong\u003eMaltofer\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place by a controlled mechanism. \u003cstrong\u003eMaltofer\u003c\/strong\u003e does not release large amounts of iron at once, which is why it is less likely than ferrous iron to cause gastrointestinal side effects like constipation. \u003cstrong\u003eMaltofer's\u003c\/strong\u003e active ingredient, iron polymaltose, ensures your body only absorbs the iron it needs when it is needed, providing reliable correction of iron levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e^IQVIA, AU Pharmacy Only, MAT February 2026 (sales value and units).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Toblli JE. Drug Research. 2007;57(6):431-8. Available at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"http:\/\/maltofer.com.au\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaltofer.com.au\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuitable For:  Adults and adolescents (12 years and older)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eLifestyle Claim:  Vegetarian| Gluten Free| Vegan\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBoxed Contents:  30\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSize:  30 tablets\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/p\u003e  • Clinically proven to correct iron levels. Contains 100mg elemental iron per dose.\u003cbr\u003e • Fewer gastrointestinal side effects and less likely to cause constipation compared to ferrous sulfate.\u003cbr\u003e • Does not require Vitamin C for optimal absorption.\u003cbr\u003e • Can be taken with food, either during or immediately after a meal.\u003cbr\u003e • Suitable for vegans and vegetarians\u003cbr\u003e • Suitable for use in pregnancy\u003cbr\u003e • Free from: gluten, lactose, dairy, soy, yeast.\u003cbr\u003e • Also available in a syrup\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\nMaltofer Tablets should be taken with a glass of water. Maltofer Tablets should be swallowed whole.\u003cbr\u003e•  Maltofer Tablets contain 100 mg iron and should not be divided to take lower doses than 100mg iron. In cases where lower doses are required, Maltofer syrup should be used.\u003cbr\u003e•  Treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children = 12 years) where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate,\u003cbr\u003etake 100mg to 200 mg iron (1 to 2 tablets) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner.\u003cbr\u003e•  Prevention of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children = 12 years) at high risk where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise\u003cbr\u003einappropriate, take 100mg iron (1 tablet) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner.\u003cbr\u003e•  You should consult your medical practitioner regularly to monitor your iron status (e.g. serum ferritin levels) during therapy. Follow the instructions provided with the\u003cbr\u003emedicine.\u003cbr\u003e•  Do not exceed the recommended dosage. \u003cp\u003eStorage Temperature:  Store below 25°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\nActive ingredient: Iron polymaltose 370mg equivalent to 100mg of elemental iron per tablet. Other ingredients: crospovidone, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, iron oxide red, iron oxide yellow, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, cellulose - microcrystalline and titanium dioxide. \u003cp\u003eActive Ingredients:  Active ingredient: Iron polymaltose 370mg equivalent to 100mg of elemental iron per tablet. Other ingredients: crospovidone, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, iron oxide red, iron oxide yellow, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, cellulose - microcrystalline and titanium dioxide.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eContains:  Maltofer Tablets contain 100mg of elemental iron as 370mg iron polymaltose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarnings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\nNot for use in children under the age of 12 years.\u003cbr\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003cbr\u003eRead the package leaflet before use. \u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT INFORMATION\u003c\/p\u003e  In some cases, better health outcomes have been noted when taken with food.\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read the label and follow the directions for use. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease refer to any health and product warnings below.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maltofer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46047326404794,"sku":"2656216","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8762\/4890\/files\/3DF_800_f3319dbf-6cc9-4fb5-bd45-d8b72f6b3a88.jpg?v=1782311556","url":"https:\/\/wombatpharmacy.com.au\/products\/maltofer-oral-iron-100mg-30-tablets","provider":"Wombat Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}