Advertisement



Drugs A–Z

Ferrous Fumarate, Polysaccharide Iron Complex

Ferrous Fumarate, Polysaccharide Iron Complex is a prescription medicine (Vitamin B12). The sections below reproduce one FDA label for it, named under "Label". Products in other forms, strengths or from other makers have their own labels, which can differ.

Type
Prescription only (Rx)
Brand names
PureVit DualFe Plus
Drug class
Vitamin B12
Taken
Oral
Label
PureTek Corporation, revised January 11, 2023 · full label on DailyMed
Generic
No · details

What it is used for

INDICATIONS: PureVit DualFe Plus is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and folate deficiency as in extended convalescence, menorrhagia, pregnancy, puberty, excessive blood loss and advanced age. Also for treatment of condition in which iron deficiency and vitamin C deficiency occur together, along with a deficient intake or increased need for B-Complex vitamins in chronic and acute illness, as well as cases of metabolic stress, and in convalescence.

Who should not take it (contraindications)

PureVit DualFe Plus is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients; also, all iron compounds are contraindicated in patients with hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, or hemolytic anemias. Pernicious anemia is a contraindication, as folic acid may obscure its signs and symptoms.

Warnings

Accidental overdose of Iron-containing products is the leading cause of fatal poisoning of children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately. Folic acid alone is improper therapy in the treatment for pernicious anemia and other megaloblastic anemias where Vitamin B 12 is deficient.

Precautions

General: Folic Acid in doses above 0.1 mg – 0.4 mg daily may obscure pernicious anemia, in that hematological remission can occur while neurological manifestations, remain progressive. Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. Geriatric Use: No clinical studies have been performed in patients age 65 and over to determine whether older patients respond differently from younger patients. Dosage should always begin at the low end of the dosage scale and should consider that elderly patients may have decreased hepatic, renal or cardiac function, and of concomitant diseases. Adverse Reactions: Folic Acid: Allergic sensitizations have been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid. Ferrous Fumarate: Gastrointestinal disturbances (anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, constipation) occur occasionally, but are usually mild and may subside with continuation of therapy. Although the absorption of iron is best when taken between meals, giving PureVit DualFe Plus after meals may control occasional gastrointestinal disturbances. PureVit DualFe Plus is best absorbed when taken at bedtime. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report suspected side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Side effects (adverse reactions)

Folic Acid: Allergic sensitizations have been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid. Ferrous Fumarate: Gastrointestinal disturbances (anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, constipation) occur occasionally, but are usually mild and may subside with continuation of therapy. Although the absorption of iron is best when taken between meals, giving PureVit DualFe Plus after meals may control occasional gastrointestinal disturbances. PureVit DualFe Plus is best absorbed when taken at bedtime. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report suspected side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Use in children

Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.

Use in older adults

No clinical studies have been performed in patients age 65 and over to determine whether older patients respond differently from younger patients. Dosage should always begin at the low end of the dosage scale and should consider that elderly patients may have decreased hepatic, renal or cardiac function, and of concomitant diseases.

Is there a generic Ferrous Fumarate, Polysaccharide Iron Complex?

No. The FDA has not approved a generic version yet.

Source: Drugs@FDA (via openFDA), checked October 29, 2026. Marketing status is what companies report to the FDA; whether a pharmacy stocks a product, and what your insurance covers, can differ.

Dosage:
we do not reproduce dosing instructions. The right dose depends on the person and the condition and is set by the prescriber or pharmacist. Dosage section of the full label.

Ferrous fumarate, polysaccharide iron complex in the news

We have not covered this medicine yet. Latest news

Recalls

No recalls matched to this medicine in FDA enforcement reports from the last 3 years (or older ones still open). Search all recalls

Get alerts for Ferrous Fumarate, Polysaccharide Iron Complex

We will email you if the FDA reports a recall, if its shortage status changes, or when we publish news about it — at most one email a day. No account needed.









Source: FDA structured product labeling, retrieved through openFDA. Label text is shown as published by the FDA, without editing; long sections are shortened, marked […]. openFDA data are not validated for clinical use — always check the current label and ask a doctor or pharmacist about your own treatment. Set ID 71f63741-cad4-43b5-bb3e-c63a188d10a2.


Advertisement



Important: this content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice, a prescribing instruction, or a recommendation to act. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before taking any medication.

Advertisement