What is Ferrous Sulfate used for in medicines?

An iron salt used to treat or prevent iron-deficiency anaemia. Restores iron stores.

What are common sources of Ferrous Sulfate?

Common sources include: Synthetic from iron ore. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Is Ferrous Sulfate halal?

Ferrous Sulfate is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. An iron salt used to treat or prevent iron-deficiency anaemia. Mineral; halal.

Active / mineral · Confidence: High

Also known as: iron sulfate, FeSO4

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What it is

An iron salt used to treat or prevent iron-deficiency anaemia.

Source:WHO — Iron deficiency anaemia

Why it's here

Restores iron stores.

See:WHO — Iron deficiency anaemia

Why it may matter

Mineral; halal.

Source:WHO — Iron deficiency anaemia

Common sources

Synthetic from iron ore

Reason codes

mineralOrigin

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Is Ferrous Sulfate halal?: RxHalal currently classifies Ferrous Sulfate as HALAL (High confidence). Mineral; halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Ferrous Sulfate used for in medicines?: An iron salt used to treat or prevent iron-deficiency anaemia. Restores iron stores.
What are common sources of Ferrous Sulfate?: Common sources include: Synthetic from iron ore. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.