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Elemental Iron Indications & Clinical Uses

Evidence-based guide for pediatric prescribing

Elemental iron corrects and prevents iron deficiency across pediatric populations.

Primary FDA-Approved Indications

First-line therapy for iron deficiency anemia and prophylaxis in high-risk infants.

Iron deficiency anemia

FDA Approved
ChildrenRandomized trials

Iron deficiency prophylaxis

FDA Approved
InfantsAAP guideline

Secondary Clinical Uses

Post-operative anemia

Secondary Use
ChildrenClinical studies