Description

3 Fer Syrup is an oral nutritional supplement formulated to prevent and treat iron‑deficiency anemia. It’s particularly used for pregnant and postpartum women, children, and anyone with low dietary iron or increased needs.

Prescription

Available over‑the‑counter (OTC)—no prescription needed .

Therapeutic Category

• Iron deficiency anemia supplement
  
• Nutritional anemia treatment
  
• Hematinic (blood‑building) syrup

Active Ingredients / Composition (per 5 mL)

• Ferrous Fumarate, providing elemental iron (typically ~100 mg Ferrous Fumarate ≈ 32 mg elemental iron per 5 mL) .
  
• Folic Acid
  
• Vitamin B₁₂ (cyanocobalamin) .
  

Exact strengths may vary slightly; refer to packaging.

Vitamins

• Folic Acid
• Vitamin B₁₂ (Cyanocobalamin)

 Minerals

• Iron (via ferrous fumarate providing elemental iron) .
  

 Variant

• Standard syrup formulation in 200 mL bottle.
  

Consume Type

• Oral liquid (syrup).
  

 Directions / Usage

• Children: ~5–10 mL once daily (1–2 teaspoons).
  
• Adults/Pregnant Women: ~10–15 mL (2–3 teaspoons) daily after meals.
  
• Shake well before use; follow label or doctor’s instructions.

Common Side Effects

• Nausea, abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, or constipation
• Darkening of stools (harmless)
• Rare allergic reactions
• Possible teeth staining; brushing or rinsing after dosing can help.
  

 Package Type

• 200 mL plastic or amber glass bottle, usually with dosing cup or dropper .
  

 Storage Advice

• Store at room temperature (15–25 °C), protected from sunlight and moisture.
• Ensure the bottle is tightly sealed and keep out of children’s reach.
  

Safety Advice

• Do not exceed recommended doses.
  
• Avoid concurrent intake of milk, tea, antacids, calcium, or phosphates within 2 hours, as these reduce iron absorption .
• Consult a healthcare provider before use if you have blood disorders (e.g. hemochromatosis), digestive issues, epilepsy, or take other medications.
• Use caution during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or chronic illness 
  

 Product Substitutes

Other iron‑folate‑B₁₂ syrups include:

• Amifer® Syrup (ferric ammonium citrate + folic acid + B₁₂) 
• Various branded or generic hematinic syrups with similar composition available locally.
  

Manufacturer / Marketer

Distributed by Ghanaian pharmacies such as Scab Pharmacy, Ghanaian‑German Specialist Hospital Pharmacy, Trafalgar Gate Pharma, etc. Specific manufacturer not disclosed online 

Country of Origin

India