Dyna Ferrous Fumarate 200mg Tablet

Dyna Ferrous Fumarate 200mg Tablet is an oral iron supplement from the Malaysian Dyna range, with each tablet containing 200mg of ferrous fumarate, a widely used iron salt in oral supplementation. It is sold as an over-the-counter (OTC) product at Malaysian pharmacies, meaning it can be purchased without a doctor’s prescription, though many customers take it on a doctor’s recommendation. It is one of the more established generic iron tablets available in Malaysia, sold alongside several other brands offering the same 200mg ferrous fumarate strength.

The tablet is supplied in a standard oral solid dosage form, commonly packaged in blister strips of 10 tablets, and is one of several ferrous fumarate 200mg products registered for sale in Malaysia. As with other iron salts, the amount of elemental iron delivered per tablet is lower than the total ferrous fumarate content, and this is detailed on the product’s pack insert. Larger multi-strip packs, such as 100 or 200 tablets, are also sold through some pharmacies for longer courses of supplementation.

Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water, preferably on an empty stomach for best absorption; however, it may be taken with a small amount of food if it causes stomach upset. Avoid taking it at the same time as tea, coffee, dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids, as these can reduce iron absorption — leave a gap of at least 2 hours where possible.

The dosage corroborated from independent Malaysian retailer product listings for this item is 2 to 3 tablets daily, taken in divided doses, or as directed by a doctor or pharmacist, for the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia and anaemia during pregnancy. Do not adjust the dose without medical advice, and confirm the exact regimen printed on your specific pack, as dosing can vary by indication and individual need.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep tablets in the original blister strip until use, and store in a child-resistant container, out of reach and sight of children at all times.

• Common: constipation.
• Common: nausea or stomach upset.
• Common: dark or black-coloured stools, which is a harmless effect of the iron content.
• Common: temporary metallic taste in the mouth.
• Serious: signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing — stop use and seek urgent medical attention.
• Serious: severe abdominal pain or black, tarry stools that may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding rather than the usual harmless stool darkening — seek medical attention promptly.

• Iron overload conditions such as haemochromatosis or haemosiderosis.
• Haemolytic anaemia not caused by iron deficiency.
• Known hypersensitivity to ferrous fumarate or any other ingredient in this product.
• Anaemia not due to iron deficiency, without a doctor’s assessment.

• Tea, coffee, dairy products, and calcium supplements can reduce the absorption of iron; separate intake by at least 2 hours where possible.
• Antacids and proton pump inhibitors can reduce iron absorption if taken at the same time.
• This product can reduce the absorption of tetracycline and quinolone-class antibiotics, and of levothyroxine, if taken together; a gap of at least 2 hours between doses is generally advised.
• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) can enhance iron absorption when taken alongside this product.

• Take the tablet at the same time each day to build a consistent routine.
• Do not double the dose if a dose is missed — take the next dose as scheduled.
• Always store in a child-resistant container, well out of reach of children.
• Pair with a source of vitamin C, such as fruit juice, to support absorption if advised by your pharmacist.
• Avoid crushing or chewing the tablet unless the packaging specifically allows it.
• Keep track of stool colour changes so you can distinguish the usual harmless darkening from a concerning symptom.

Precautions: Use with caution in individuals with peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or other chronic gastrointestinal conditions, as iron supplements can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only take this product on a doctor’s advice regarding the correct dose for their stage of pregnancy.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Seek medical attention if you experience severe stomach pain, persistent vomiting, black tarry stools with other signs of bleeding, or if a child has accidentally ingested this product, as iron overdose in children requires urgent medical attention.