Ferric sulfate is a medication used as a coagulant and hemostatic agent. Ferric sulfate has the molecular formula of Fe2SO4, and it is a dark brown or yellow chemical agent with acidic properties.
- Mechanism
- Curator reviewed · 2 references
The main function of ferric sulfate is as a hemostatic agent in different medical practices. This hemostatic function is achieved when ferric sulfate is applied directly in the damaged tissue. Once applied, ferric sulfate forms ferric ion-protein complex which helps the sealing of the damaged vessels mechanically. The formation of agglutinated protein complexes produces the generation of occlusion in the capillary orifices. The formation of the ferric protein complex is thought to be due to a chemical reaction between the acidic form of ferric sulfate and the blood proteins.
- Primary indication
- Ferric sulfate was first used in dermatology as part of the Monsel's solution.Curator reviewed
- Formula / weight
- Fe2H10O17S3 · 489.93 g/mol (avg)
- First approval
- Canada, 1986
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Which companies are running trials of Ferric sulfate, in which indications and phases, and which of those programs are still active?
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