Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid brands and prices in Pakistan
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Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid brands in Pakistan
54 brands of Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid are registered in Pakistan, from 50 companies, in 79 presentations (strength, form and pack size). The most common are 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet (31 brands), 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet (18 brands) and 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet (4 brands). For Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, the lowest official price is PKR 11.94 per tablet (FERRAX FP by INVENTOR PHARMA PVT LTD), the middle (median) price is PKR 13.83 per tablet and the highest is PKR 17.48 per tablet (Bisleri). Prices are the official maximum retail prices in DRAP records. Brands with the same strength and form contain the same medicine; ask your doctor or pharmacist before you switch brands.
Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid price in Pakistan by strength and form
| Strength and form | Brands | Lowest price | Median price | Highest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet | 31 | PKR 11.94 / tabletFERRAX FP | PKR 13.83 / tablet | PKR 17.48 / tabletBisleri |
| 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet | 18 | PKR 10.84 / tabletWel-Rose F | PKR 13.68 / tablet | PKR 17.10 / tabletMALCIFER-F |
| 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet | 4 | PKR 13.96 / tabletMaltef | PKR 14.28 / tablet | PKR 14.87 / tabletGloft-F |
| 100 mg + 350 mcg capsule | 3 | PKR 11.79 / capsuleCaron | PKR 12.92 / capsule | PKR 16.78 / capsuleBISLERI |
| 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid capsule | 2 | PKR 10.81 / capsuleCress | — | PKR 15.13 / capsuleFERRY-F |
| 100 mg elemental iron + 350 mcg folic acid tablet | 2 | PKR 14.93 / tabletPolyfer FA | — | PKR 18.38 / tabletBISLERI |
| 50 mg + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup | 2 | PKR 1.99 / mLCalifer-F | — | PKR 2.66 / mLFerimoz |
| 50 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid/5 mL syrup | 2 | PKR 2.15 / mLFermin Plus | — | PKR 2.23 / mLMalt |
| 0.35 mg + 0.35 mg tablet | 1 | PKR 13.59 / tabletFerpol | — | — |
| 100 mg + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup | 1 | PKR 2.16 / mLFERRAX FP | — | — |
3 less common strengths and forms are in the brand list below.
About Iron polymaltose complex + folic acid
This is a combination of two ingredients. Iron polymaltose complex (IPC) is a form of iron in which the iron is in its ferric form, held in a complex with polymaltose. It is a different type of iron from ferrous salts such as ferrous sulfate. The body needs iron to make haemoglobin, the part of red blood cells that carries oxygen around the body. Folic acid is a man-made form of vitamin B9 (folate). It helps the body make healthy red blood cells, and in early pregnancy it helps the baby's brain, skull and spine develop. Combinations like this are used to treat or prevent low iron and low folate, especially in pregnancy. A doctor should check the cause of anaemia with a blood test first.
What it is used for
- Iron deficiency anaemia (low red blood cells because of low iron), once a doctor has confirmed it with a blood test
- Preventing and treating low iron and low folate in pregnancy. WHO recommends iron and folic acid supplements as a routine part of antenatal care, to lower the risk of anaemia in the mother, iron deficiency, and a low birth weight baby
- Folic acid in early pregnancy, and ideally before getting pregnant, lowers the risk of serious problems in the baby's brain and spine, such as spina bifida
- Folate deficiency anaemia (low folate levels in the blood)
What it is not for
- It is not for anaemia that is not caused by low iron, such as anaemia from low vitamin B12. Folic acid on its own does not treat vitamin B12 deficiency.
- It is not for people who already have too much iron in the body, such as people with haemochromatosis.
- It is not a cure for tiredness on its own. If you feel tired and do not know why, see a doctor first, as there are many possible causes.
- Iron tablets do not fix the cause of iron loss. A doctor should look for the reason, such as heavy periods or bleeding in the stomach or gut.
Common side effects
- Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick
- Stomach pain, discomfort or heartburn
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Dark or black poo. This is common with iron and is usually harmless
- Loss of appetite
- Bloating and wind (from folic acid)
- Iron liquids or drops can stain the teeth
Get medical help straight away if
- If a child swallows iron tablets or liquid by accident, get emergency help straight away, even if the child seems well. An iron overdose can kill a young child.
- Call an ambulance for signs of a severe allergic reaction: sudden swelling of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue, fast or difficult breathing, a tight throat, blue, grey or pale skin or lips, sudden confusion or dizziness, or fainting. A child may become floppy or not respond normally.
- Get urgent medical advice if your poo is black and tar-like, or red, or has blood in or on it. Dark poo is common with iron, but these signs can mean bleeding.
- Get medical advice if you have a swollen, raised, itchy, blistered or peeling rash.
- See a doctor if your symptoms of anaemia, such as tiredness or breathlessness, do not improve, or if side effects keep bothering you.
Who should not take it, or should take care
- Do not take it if you have had an allergic reaction to iron, folic acid or any other ingredient.
- Tell your doctor if you have haemochromatosis or haemosiderosis (too much iron in the body).
- Tell your doctor if you have sickle cell anaemia, thalassaemia, or any anaemia not caused by low iron.
- Tell your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, inflammatory bowel disease or other stomach or bowel problems, or have had part of your stomach removed.
- Tell your doctor if you have repeated blood transfusions or have noticed blood in your urine.
- Tell your doctor if you have low vitamin B12 or pernicious anaemia, a coronary stent, or cancer, because folic acid may not be suitable.
- Tell your doctor if you are already taking another iron medicine or a multivitamin with iron. Taking too much iron can be harmful.
- Pregnancy: iron and folic acid supplements are commonly recommended in pregnancy. Ask your doctor or midwife which product is right for you, as some people need a different strength of folic acid.
- Breastfeeding: folic acid can usually be used while breastfeeding, but check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Medicines and drinks that can interact
- Levothyroxine (for an underactive thyroid): iron can make it work less well
- Levodopa (for Parkinson's disease and restless legs): iron can reduce how much is absorbed
- Stomach acid medicines called proton pump inhibitors, such as omeprazole, can reduce how much iron the body absorbs from food
- Calcium supplements can reduce iron absorption
- Some epilepsy medicines, some antibiotics, sulfasalazine, lithium and aspirin can interact with folic acid
- Tea, coffee, milk, dairy foods and eggs can reduce how much iron the body takes in from many iron medicines. Ask your pharmacist whether you should keep them apart from your product
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines, vitamins and herbal products you take, so they can advise you how to space them
Always tell your doctor and pharmacist about every medicine, supplement and herbal product you take.
Using it safely
- Take it exactly as your doctor, midwife or pharmacist tells you, and keep taking it for as long as they advise, even if you start to feel better. You may need a repeat blood test to check your iron levels.
- For iron medicines in general, taking them with or soon after food may reduce stomach side effects. Check the leaflet or ask your pharmacist about your product.
- If you use a liquid or drops, rinse your mouth with water afterwards to reduce teeth staining.
- For constipation, eat more fibre (fruit, vegetables and cereals), drink plenty of water and stay active.
- Eat iron-rich foods too, such as dark green leafy vegetables, meat, pulses, dried fruit and fortified cereals and bread.
- Alcohol may make folic acid work less well, so it is best to avoid or limit it.
- Keep all iron medicines in a locked place, out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not take extra multivitamins or other iron products at the same time unless your doctor says so.
Common questions
Why is my poo dark or black?
Dark poo is a common and usually harmless effect of iron. But if your poo is black and sticky like tar, red, or has blood in it, get medical advice straight away, as this can be a sign of bleeding.
Is iron polymaltose better than other iron medicines?
It may suit some people better. A study in pregnant women found it raised haemoglobin about as well as ferrous sulfate, with less stomach pain. A small study in young children found ferrous sulfate worked better, although it caused more stomach side effects. Your doctor will choose the best iron for you.
Why do pregnant women need iron and folic acid?
Pregnancy increases the body's need for iron, and low iron in pregnancy is common. WHO recommends iron and folic acid supplements in antenatal care to lower the risk of anaemia in the mother and of a low birth weight baby. Folic acid in early pregnancy also lowers the risk of spina bifida and similar problems.
Will it give me more energy?
If your tiredness is caused by low iron, treating it should help over time. If you feel tired but have not been diagnosed with anaemia, see a doctor first, as tiredness has many causes.
Will iron affect my contraceptive pill?
No. NHS advice on iron tablets says iron does not stop the pill working. But being sick or having severe diarrhoea can stop the pill working properly, so check the pill leaflet or ask a pharmacist if this happens.
Sources (10)
- NHS. Folic acid: medicine used to keep your baby healthy in pregnancy and to treat folate deficiency anaemia. - NHS (2026).
- NHS. Iron deficiency anaemia - NHS (treatment) (2024).
- NHS. Who can and cannot take ferrous sulfate - NHS.
- NHS. Side effects of ferrous sulfate - NHS.
- NHS. Common questions about ferrous sulfate - NHS.
- NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. Iron - Consumer (2023).
- WHO. Guideline: daily iron and folic acid supplementation in pregnant women (2012).
- WHO. Daily iron and folic acid supplementation in pregnant women (summary guideline).
- Indian Journal of Medical Research (Chavan S et al.). Comparison of efficacy & safety of iron polymaltose complex & ferrous ascorbate with ferrous sulphate in pregnant women with iron-deficiency anaemia (2021).
- Indian Pediatrics (Bopche AV et al.). Ferrous Sulfate Versus Iron Polymaltose Complex for Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Children (2009).
Prepared from the sources listed by the MedInfoBase team. General information, not medical advice: it gives no doses. Your doctor or pharmacist decides the medicine and dose for you.
Our condition guides that mention Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid
From our condition guides, written from WHO, NICE and other opened sources. Your doctor decides if Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid is right for you and the dose.
- Anaemia in pregnancy: WHO recommends daily iron and folic acid for pregnant women as part of antenatal care to help prevent anaemia, early birth and low birth weight
- Iron-deficiency anaemia: often used in pregnancy and where folate deficiency is also likely
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Available brands
One brand is shown once per manufacturer; strengths, forms, packs and DRAP registrations remain visible as separate presentations.| Brand | Manufacturer | Registered presentations |
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| Acefer-F2 presentations | Saffron Pharmaceuticals | |
| Amsotose1 presentation | Amson Vaccines & Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd |
100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid
Tablet
10's
046173
PKR 125.562024-07-01
PKR 12.56/ tablet
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| APOFER-F2 presentations | Platinum Pharmaceuticals | |
| Bisleri4 presentations | SAMI Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. |
100 mg elemental iron + 350 mcg folic acid
Chewable tablet
10's
029396
PKR 183.772026-07-23
PKR 18.38/ tablet
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| Califer-F1 presentation | Caliph Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd. |
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| Caron3 presentations | NAVEGAL LABORATORIES | |
| Cress1 presentation | Zephyr Pharmatec (pvt) limited |
100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid
Capsule
10's
055011
PKR 108.122026-08-17
PKR 10.81/ capsule
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| Dysofer-F2 presentations | Dyson Research Laboratories (Pvt.) Ltd | |
| FE-CHEW1 presentation | MEDICAIDS PAKISTAN PVT LTD |
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| FE-CHEW FA1 presentation | MEDICAIDS PAKISTAN PVT LTD |
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| Fer-P Plus3 presentations | NovaMed Pharmaceuticals(Pvt.)Ltd | |
| Ferifer-F2 presentations | CURATECH PHARMA PVT.LTD. | |
| Ferimoz2 presentations | Don Valley | |
| Fermin Plus1 presentation | CRYSTOLITE PHARMACEUTICALS |
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| Feronext 100/0.35 mg1 presentation | Next Pharmaceutical Products (Pvt.) Ltd |
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| Ferozak1 presentation | Schazoo Zaka (Pvt) Ltd |
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| Ferpol2 presentations | Aptcure (PVT.) Ltd | |
| FERRAX FP3 presentations | INVENTOR PHARMA PVT LTD | |
| Ferrofort-F2 presentations | Bio-Labs(Pvt) Ltd | |
| FERRUX-F1 presentation | MS SIZA INTERNATIONAL PVT LTD. |
100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid
Chewable tablet
10,s
053689
PKR 135.902026-07-27
PKR 13.59/ tablet
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Official price changes for Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid
7 official price changes across 79 tracked presentations (records from 1 Jul 2024); median change +4.9%; largest +4.9% (Malt 100 mg + 0.35 mg)
Each bar shows how many packs had an official DRAP price change in that month (amber: increase, teal: decrease). The figure above a bar is the median change. Hover or tap a bar for detail; the table below lists the largest changes.
| Brand | Pack | Effective | Old to new | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malt 100 mg + 0.35 mg | 20’s | 17 Aug 2026 | PKR 269.12 to 282.42 | +4.9% |
| Gloft-F 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg | 1 x 10's | 28 Sep 2026 | PKR 141.65 to 148.65 | +4.9% |
| Ferpol 0.35 mg + 0.35 mg | 1x10's | 25 Sep 2026 | PKR 129.51 to 135.91 | +4.9% |
| Profer 100 mg + 0.35 mg | 3x10's | 28 Sep 2026 | PKR 396.76 to 416.36 | +4.9% |
| Malt 100 mg + 0.35 mg | 10’s | 17 Aug 2026 | PKR 137.25 to 144.03 | +4.9% |
| Ferpol 100 mg + 0.35 mg | 3x10's | 25 Sep 2026 | PKR 372.98 to 391.40 | +4.9% |
| Profer Iron-III Hydroxide Polymaltose complex 100 mg + 0.35 mg | 10's | 28 Sep 2026 | PKR 137.77 to 144.57 | +4.9% |
All 54 Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid brands in Pakistan
- Acefer-F Saffron Pharmaceuticals · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Amsotose Amson Vaccines & Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- APOFER-F Platinum Pharmaceuticals · 100 mg + 0.75 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.75 mg folic acid tablet
- Bisleri SAMI Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd · 100 mg + 350 mcg tablet, 100 mg + 350 mcg capsule, 100 mg elemental iron + 350 mcg folic acid tablet
- Califer-F Caliph Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd · 50 mg + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup
- Caron NAVEGAL LABORATORIES · 100 mg + 0.35 mg capsule, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Cress Zephyr Pharmatec (pvt) limited · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid capsule
- Dysofer-F Dyson Research Laboratories (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- FE-CHEW MEDICAIDS PAKISTAN PVT LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- FE-CHEW FA MEDICAIDS PAKISTAN PVT LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Fer-P Plus NovaMed Pharmaceuticals(Pvt.)Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Ferifer-F CURATECH PHARMA PVT.LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Ferimoz Don Valley · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 50 mg + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup
- Fermin Plus CRYSTOLITE PHARMACEUTICALS · 50 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid/5 mL syrup
- Feronext 100/0.35 mg Next Pharmaceutical Products (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Ferozak Schazoo Zaka (Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Ferpol Aptcure (PVT.) Ltd · 0.35 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- FERRAX FP INVENTOR PHARMA PVT LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup
- Ferrofort-F Bio-Labs(Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- FERRUX-F MS SIZA INTERNATIONAL PVT LTD · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- FERRY-F TABROS PHARMA (PVT). LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg capsule, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid capsule
- Gloft-F Glitz Pharma · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet
- Haemplex-F Semos Pharmaceuticals PVT LTD · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- HB-Ring F McOlson Research Laboratories Pvt. Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- HEMFIL-F Allmed (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Hemobest UniMark Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- I-Folic English Pharmaceutical Industries · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Infolx Innvotek Pharmaceuticals · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- IRN-Fer F Medimarker's Laboratories · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Irobest-F Titlis Pharma (Private) Limited · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Irod Pharma Lord (Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Iromose-F Horizon Healthcare (pvt.) ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Ironal-F Helix Pharma (Pvt)., Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Iroton-F Shaigan Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Irowan-F Nawan Laboratories Pvt Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Maferro Plus Pulse Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- MALCIFER-F Martin Dow Limited · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Malt Focus & Rulz Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet, 50 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid/5 mL syrup
- Maltef Genome Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet
- Maltowin-F Winthrox Laboratories Pvt. Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Maltron Standpharm Pakistan Pvt Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Medifilic –F Mediate Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd · 50 mg/5 mL + 0.35 mg/5 mL syrup
- Medimalt plus chew Medipak Limited · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Medrofer-F Medera Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Merah-F Bio-Labs(Pvt) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Netoplex F.A Newton Health Care Pvt Ltd · 100 mg + 350 mcg tablet
- Planka FA Macter International Limited · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
- Polycebrin-F Bryon Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Polyfer FA Barrett Hodgson Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg elemental iron + 350 mcg folic acid tablet
- Profer Friends Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Profer Iron-III Hydroxide Polymaltose complex Friends Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd · 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet
- Vivase-F S.J & G. Fazul Ellahie (pvt) limited · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet
- Vivase-F Chewable S.J & G. Fazul Ellahie (pvt) limited · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet
- Wel-Rose F IRZA PHARMA (PVT) LTD · 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet
Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid in Pakistan: common questions
How many Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid brands are available in Pakistan?
54 brands of Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid are registered in Pakistan, made or imported by 50 companies.
What is the price of Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid 100 mg + 0.35 mg tablet in Pakistan?
The lowest official price is PKR 11.94 per tablet (FERRAX FP by INVENTOR PHARMA PVT LTD), the middle (median) price is PKR 13.83 per tablet and the highest is PKR 17.48 per tablet (Bisleri). These prices are for 31 brands with an official price. The cheapest pack is FERRAX FP 30'S at PKR 358.
What is the price of Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg folic acid tablet in Pakistan?
The lowest official price is PKR 10.84 per tablet (Wel-Rose F by IRZA PHARMA (PVT) LTD), the middle (median) price is PKR 13.68 per tablet and the highest is PKR 17.10 per tablet (MALCIFER-F). These prices are for 18 brands with an official price. The cheapest pack is Wel-Rose F 10's at PKR 108.
What is the price of Iron polymaltose complex + Folic acid 100 mg elemental iron + 0.35 mg tablet in Pakistan?
The lowest official price is PKR 13.96 per tablet (Maltef by Genome Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd), the middle (median) price is PKR 14.28 per tablet and the highest is PKR 14.87 per tablet (Gloft-F). These prices are for 4 brands with an official price. The cheapest pack is Maltef 1 x 10's at PKR 140.
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