Iron Deficiency Dosing
Please give iron supplements with a source of Vitamin C such as orange juice. Do not give with milk which interferes with iron absorption. Iron may cause constipation so recommend high fiber diet and/or stool softener.
| Child's Weight | Ferrous Sulfate Drops 75mg (15mg Fe) in 1 mL *** | Ferrous Sulfate Liquid Solution 220mg (44mg Fe) in 5 mL | Ferrous Sulfate Tablet 325 mg (65 mgl Fe) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 lbs (2kg) | 0.4 mL daily | 0.5 mL daily | |
| 7 lbs (3kg) | 0.6 mL daily | 0.8 mL daily | |
| 9 lbs (4 kg) | 0.8 mL daily | 1.2 mL daily | |
| 11-21 lbs (5-9kg) | 1 mL daily | 1.7 mL daily | |
| 22-32 lbs (10-14 kg) | 1 mL twice daily | 3.5 mL daily | |
| 33-43 lbs (15-19 kg) | 1.5 mL twice daily | 2.5 mL twice daily | |
| 44-87 lbs (20-39 kg) | 2 mL twice daily | 3.7 mL twice daily | 1 tablet daily |
| > 87 lbs (> 40kg) | 1 tablet twice daily |
**YUMMY Liquid Iron (15mg Fe in 1 mL) which can be bought on Amazon is the best tolerated for it's improved taste
Customized from Cough Medicines v0.1 7/8/2025
