Maltofer Syrup 150ml^ (always read the label)
^ Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Ask your pharmacist about this product.
What is Maltofer?
Maltofer
is an oral iron therapy for the treatment of iron defciency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate.If you have iron deficiency your doctor will advise you whether an oral iron treatment is required.
Why move to Maltofer?
Patients taking Maltofer experience:
• Fewer gastrointestinal side effects, such as constipation and
nausea vs ferrous sulfate.
• The convenience of taking iron with food.
• Few interactions with other medicines. Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacists if you are taking other medications.
Maltofer Tablets contain 100mg of elemental iron as iron polymaltose.
Maltofer Tablets provide a therapeutic dose of iron and can be used when ferrous iron supplements are not tolerated, or are otherwise inappropriate.
Maltofer Syrup
• Pleasant flavour
• 100mg elemental iron per 10mL
• Can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices
• Clinically proven to correct iron levels*
• Suitable for use in pregnancy
Maltofer Tablets
• Easy to take tablets
• 100mg elemental iron per tablet
• Available in 30 and 100 tablet packs
• Clinically proven to correct iron levels*
• Suitable for use in pregnancy
Directions
Maltofer Tablets should be swallowed whole with a drink of water.
Take Maltofer during or immediately after a meal.
Always take Maltofer Iron exactly as your medical practioner or pharmacist has instructed.
Who is more likely to suffer from iron deficiency?
Pregnant women
Adolescent girls and women of child bearing age
Vegetarians and vegans
Elite athletes
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all irons the same?
No, they are not. When taking an iron supplement, it is important to check the amount of elemental iron per dose. Many dietary supplements containing iron have only small amounts of elemental iron per dose.
These are dietary supplements and are not intended for the treatment of iron deficiency.
Is Maltofer suitable for pregnancy?
Maltofer is suitable for use in pregnancy. Please be sure to mention to your medical practitioner or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding before you start taking Maltofer.
Is Maltofer suitable for vegans and vegetarians?
Yes, Maltofer is suitable for vegans and vegetarians as it contains no ingredients of animal origin.
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.
Maltofer is for the treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate.
If you have iron deficiency, your doctor will advise you whether an oral iron treatment is required.
Maltofer® is a registered trademark of Vifor (International) Inc used under licence by Aspen Pharmacare Australia Pty Ltd.
For more information, please contact Aspen Pharmacare Customer Service Tel: 1300 659 646 or visit www.maltofer.com.au
^IQVIA MAT March 2026
*Toblli JE. Drug Research. 2007;57(6):431-8. Available at maltofer.com.au.
IRO-05-26-00004-0628
Maltofer is an oral iron therapy for the treatment and prevention of medically diagnosed iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate. Maltofer is less likely to cause side effects such as constipation, nausea and vomiting compared to ferrous sulfate.
Maltofer is Australia's number 1 selling oral iron^, for the treatment and prevention of medically diagnosed iron deficiency in adults and adolescents where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated or is otherwise inappropriate. Maltofer is a therapeutic formula, clinically proven* to correct iron deficiency. It is a non-ferrous iron that causes significantly less side effects, such as constipation, nausea or vomiting.The absorption of iron from Maltofer takes place by a controlled mechanism. Maltofer does not release large amounts of iron at once, which is why it is less likely than ferrous iron to cause gastrointestinal side effects like constipation. Maltofer's active ingredient, iron polymaltose, ensures your body only absorbs the iron it needs when it is needed, providing reliable correction of iron levels.^IQVIA, AU Pharmacy Only, MAT February 2026 (sales value and units).*Toblli JE. Drug Research. 2007;57(6):431-8. Available at maltofer.com.au. Clinically proven to correct iron levels. Contains 100mg elemental iron per dose. Fewer gastrointestinal side effects and less likely to cause constipation compared to ferrous sulfate. Does not require Vitamin C for optimal absorption. Can be taken with food, either during or immediately after a meal. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians Suitable for use in pregnancy Free from: gluten, lactose, dairy, soy, yeast. Also available in a syrup Made in Switzerland / Portugal
Maltofer Syrup can be mixed with fruit and vegetable juices. Any discolouration of the mixture does not affect the taste of the juices or the effectiveness of Maltofer. • In cases where lower doses of iron is required, Maltofer syrup should be used. • Treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children ≥ 12 years) where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate, take 100mg to 200 mg iron (10 – 20 mL syrup) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner. • Prevention of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children ≥ 12 years) at high risk where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate, take 100mg iron (10 mL syrup) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner. • You should consult your medical practitioner regularly to monitor your iron status (e.g. serum ferritin levels) during therapy. Follow the instructions provided with the medicine. • Do not exceed the recommended dosage. • Treatment of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children ≥ 12 years) where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate, take 100mg to 200 mg iron (10 – 20 mL syrup) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner. • Prevention of iron deficiency in adults and adolescents (Children ≥ 12 years) at high risk where the use of ferrous iron supplements is not tolerated, or otherwise inappropriate, take 100mg iron (10 mL syrup) daily preferably with food, or higher doses as directed by your medical practitioner.
Maltofer Syrup contains sorbitol and sucrose/sugar. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine. The maximum daily dose of Maltofer Syrup contains 5.6 g of sorbitol. Products containing sorbitol may have a laxative effect or cause diarrhoea. Maltofer Syrup contains small amounts of ethanol/ alcohol, 3.25 mg per mL. Keep out of reach of children. Read the package leaflet before use.
Keep MALTOFER tablets or oral liquid/drops in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C. Do not store MALTOFER tablets or oral liquid or any other medicine, in a bathroom or near a sink. Do not leave your medicine in the car or on window sills.
Active Ingredient: 100mg iron/10mL as 370mg iron polymaltose. Other ingredients: cream flavour, ethanol, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propyl hydroxybenzoate, water-purified, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol solution (70%) non-crystallising, and sucrose. Active Ingredient: 100mg iron/10mL as 370mg iron polymaltose. Other ingredients: cream flavour, ethanol, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propyl hydroxybenzoate, water-purified, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol solution (70%) non-crystallising, and sucrose.