Ferric Oxide
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/api/v1/drug/ferric-oxideMechanism of action
Sourced from openFDAMechanism-of-action class: Electrolyte Activity.
Indications
Sourced from openFDA- Uses For temporary relief of pain and itching associated with: minor burns sunburn minor cuts scrapes insect bites minor skin irritations rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac Dries the oozing and weeping of poison: ivy oak sumac
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily. Children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor.
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAFor external use only. Do not use on wounds or damaged skin When using this product do not get into eyes do not bandage tightly Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
FAERS reports
Reference statistics only. FAERS reports are voluntarily submitted and are not incidence rates, safety signals, or causal evidence. Counts reflect reporting volume — how often a reaction was reported, not how often it occurs. For decision-grade use, consult openFDA and the FAERS Public Dashboard directly.
503 total reports matchedLatest report Share = reports listing the reaction ÷ total matched reports. Rows can sum to >100% because a single report often lists multiple reactions.
- 1Rash7715%
- 2Diarrhoea6413%
- 3Fatigue5511%
- 4Pruritus509.9%
- 5Constipation458.9%
- 6Nausea458.9%
- 7Dizziness397.8%
- 8Headache346.8%
- 9Seizure346.8%
- 10Drug Ineffective336.6%
- 11Neuropathy Peripheral336.6%
- 12Lacrimation Increased316.2%
- 13Off Label Use316.2%
- 14Weight Decreased295.8%
- 15Abdominal Pain285.6%
Literature
Recent PubMed references pinned to Ferric Oxide as a MeSH major topic. Citations link to pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.
- Appraisal, attenuation, and remediation of intracellular antibiotic resistance genes in wastewater and drinking water treatment plants.Journal of environmental management · 2026 · Nduli K, Roux-van der Merwe R, Thaoge Zwane ML, et al.PMID 42107232DOI 10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.129878
- Enhanced peroxymonosulfate activation via non-radical pathways by CoFe(2)O(4) anchored on N and S co-doped carbon nanotubes.Environmental research · 2026 · Zhao J, Qin C, Wei Y, et al.PMID 42103260DOI 10.1016/j.envres.2026.124679
- Magnetic Fe-Mn oxide cooperatives for sustained peracetic acid activation to remove antibiotic resistance genes: Synergistic valence cycling effects and mechanism.Journal of hazardous materials · 2026 · Tian Y, Wang L, Shi Y, et al.PMID 42048879DOI 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2026.142195
- Time-resolved neutron computed tomography of hydration kinetics in nanoprimed seeds using chitosan-stabilized iron oxide nanoparticles.Applied radiation and isotopes : including data, instrumentation and methods for use in agriculture, industry and medicine · 2026 · Adzuan Hafiz N, Osman MS, So'aib MS, et al.PMID 42019458DOI 10.1016/j.apradiso.2026.112637
- Efficient roxarsone degradation via in-situ H(2)O(2) generation through 2e(-)ORR over a Pd-Fe(2)O(3) catalyst system.Journal of environmental management · 2026 · Yang R, Yao S, Chen Y, et al.PMID 42019340DOI 10.1016/j.jenvman.2026.129749
- Temperature-driven shifts in microbial reactions and community structure in bentonite under Fe(III)- and sulfate-reducing conditions: implications for deep geological repository performance.Applied and environmental microbiology · 2026 · Park K, Zhang Y, Jang YS, et al.PMID 41995309DOI 10.1128/aem.02005-25
- Synergetic Oxidation and Adsorption of Arsenite by Core-Shell β-FeOOH@MnO(2) Nanocomposite for Enhanced Removal of Arsenic From Water.Water environment research : a research publication of the Water Environment Federation · 2026 · Li S, Zhou Y, Wang S, et al.PMID 41986087DOI 10.1002/wer.70380
- Photocatalytic and Photo-Fenton Degradation Activity of Hierarchically Structured α-Fe(2)O(3)@Fe-CeO(2) and g-C(3)N(4) Composite.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026 · Bužková A, Pocklanová R, Novák V, et al.PMID 41977321DOI 10.3390/ijms27073133
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 288 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Ferric Oxide as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- In Vivo Characterization of Inflammation With Ferumoxytol, an Ultrasmall Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticle, on 7 Tesla Magnetic Resonance ImagingCompleted · Phase 1 · Interventional · 14 enrolled · National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)NCT02511028updated 2026-06-08
- The Effect of Combined Iron Protocols on Perioperative Allogeneic TransfusionRecruiting · Interventional · 400 enrolled · Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang UniversityNCT06012760updated 2026-06-02
- Fezolinetant and Vascular Health and Brain HealthNot yet recruiting · Phase 3 · Interventional · 220 enrolled · Rebecca ThurstonNCT07606664updated 2026-05-26
- Darbe Plus IV Iron to Decrease Transfusions While Maintaining Iron Sufficiency in Preterm InfantsRecruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 120 enrolled · University of WashingtonNCT05340465updated 2026-05-26
- Iron Replacement to Reduce Anemia During Neoadjuvant ChemotherapyRecruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 34 enrolled · Fox Chase Cancer CenterNCT05800600updated 2026-05-22
- The Sarah Nanotechnology System for Treatment of Advanced Metastatic Solid Tumors Using Hyperthermia.Recruiting · Interventional · 12 enrolled · New Phase Ltd.NCT07224464updated 2026-05-15
- Study on the Effectiveness and Safety of Two Olive Extract- Based (Olea Europea L. Folium) Supplements, Alone or Combined With a Mullein Extract (Verbascum Thapsus L. Herba Cum Floribus), for the Maintenance of Cognitive Function.Not yet recruiting · Interventional · 99 enrolled · ISTITUTO FARMOCHIMICO FITOTERAPICO: EPO SRLNCT07586410updated 2026-05-14
- Handheld MPI Imaging to Track Stem Cells in OsteoarthritisEnrolling by invitation · Early phase 1 · Interventional · 10 enrolled · Soochow UniversityNCT07313020updated 2026-05-12
- Enhanced MRI Imaging in Healthy Participants and Participants With EpilepsyRecruiting · Phase 2 · Interventional · 50 enrolled · University of AlbertaNCT06483061updated 2026-05-08
- Comparison of Ferrous Salt vs. Liposomal Iron in Adult Women With Iron-Deficiency AnemiaNot yet recruiting · Phase 3 · Interventional · 100 enrolled · Hospital General de MexicoNCT07556731updated 2026-04-29
Frequently asked questions
- How does Ferric Oxide work?
- Mechanism-of-action class: Electrolyte Activity.
- What is Ferric Oxide used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Ferric Oxide carries indications including: Uses For temporary relief of pain and itching associated with: minor burns sunburn minor cuts scrapes insect bites minor skin irritations rashes due to poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac Dries the oozing and weeping of poison: ivy oak sumac. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What class of drug is Ferric Oxide?
- Ferric Oxide is classified as Electrolyte Activity, Increased Erythroid Cell Production.
Note. Data for
ferric-oxide is illustrative MVP content compiled from public sources. pharmacopeia is for educational and informational use only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.