Ferrous sulphate BP (British Pharmacopoeia grade) is a pharmaceutical-grade form of iron used primarily for medical purposes. Here are its main uses:
1. Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anaemia
• It is the most common use.
• Ferrous sulphate provides elemental iron needed for the synthesis of haemoglobin.
• It is used to treat anaemia caused by blood loss, poor diet, or increased iron needs (e.g., during pregnancy).
2. Iron Supplementation
• Used as a preventive supplement in individuals at risk of iron deficiency, such as:
• Pregnant women
• Menstruating women
• Infants and young children
• Patients on dialysis or with chronic kidney disease
3. Pharmaceutical Use
• It is an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
• Often included in multivitamin or mineral supplements.