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Dr. Schuessler's Ferrum Phosphoricum Salt No. 3.
Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Ferrum phosphoricum Dr. Schuessler salt No. 3 is a homeopathic remedy.
Indications Dr. Schuessler's Ferrum phosphoricum salts #3.
It is used for supportive therapy for acute inflammations, fresh abrasions, cuts and wounds, feverish conditions, and also for first-degree burns (for example, sunburn).
Release form
The medicine is produced in tablets, in the amount of 80 pieces in a bottle. The package contains 1 such bottle.
Pharmacodynamics
The medicine belongs to a group of 12 potentized salts that were developed by Dr. Schuessler.
Mineral salts help the human body maintain cellular functions. The theory developed by Dr. Schuessler states that regulatory disorders of cellular functions often cause the appearance of ailments and diseases. Dr. Schuessler's method of therapy using mineral salts helps regulate the functional activity of cells because it helps stabilize the balance of endogenous mineral salts.
Iron is found inside all cells of the human body. It is an element of hemoglobin and an extremely important participant in the processes of oxygen movement within the body.
Iron phosphate is a mineral salt that is often used at the initial stage of any inflammatory pathology.
Dosing and administration
The medication is taken according to the following regimens:
- adults and adolescents from 12 years of age: for acute forms of the disease - take 1 tablet of the drug up to 6 times a day; for chronic forms - 1 tablet 1-3 times a day;
- children aged 6-11 years: 1 tablet up to 4 times a day (acute conditions) or 1 tablet 1-2 times a day (chronic conditions);
- children aged 1-5 years: 1 tablet maximum 3 times a day* (acute conditions) or 1 tablet 1 time per day** (chronic conditions);
- infants up to 1 year of age: 1 tablet maximum 2 times a day* (acute conditions) or 1 tablet 1 time per day** (chronic conditions).
*for children under 5 years of age, the medicine should be dissolved in plain water (1 teaspoon).
**Dissolve 1 tablet in regular water (0.1 l), after which the child should drink 15 ml (equivalent to 1 tablespoon) of this liquid 1-3 times per day.
The tablets should be taken 0.5 hours before or after meals. They do not need to be swallowed – they should dissolve in the mouth on their own.
Use Dr. Schuessler's Ferrum phosphoricum salts #3. during pregnancy
Pregnant women can take the medicine only after discussion with a doctor, with his permission.
Contraindications
Contraindicated for use by people with intolerance to the active ingredient or other additional components of the drug.
Because the medication contains wheat starch, it should not be used by people with wheat allergies.
Side effects Dr. Schuessler's Ferrum phosphoricum salts #3.
Due to the presence of wheat starch in the composition of the drug, its use may cause signs of hypersensitivity.
If any side effects develop that are not listed in the instructions, you must inform your doctor.
Storage conditions
Ferrum phosphoricum salt Dr. Schuessler No. 3 should be kept in a place out of the reach of small children.
Shelf life
Ferrum phosphoricum salt Dr. Schuessler No. 3 can be used within 5 years from the date of manufacture of the pharmaceutical product.
Application for children
As a single-component homeopathic medicine, the medication can be used in pediatrics – for children of any age.
Analogues
Analogues of the drug are Beres Plus, Panangin and Magnesium phosphoricum salt Dr. Schussler No. 7.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Dr. Schuessler's Ferrum Phosphoricum Salt No. 3." translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.