Other names and synonyms
ferr-pyr.Description Source
Dictionary of Practical Materia Medica - J.H. ClarkePharmacological Group
Description
Ferri pyrophosphas. Pyrophosphate of Iron. A scale preparation containing 55 per cent. of Pyrophosphate of Iron (Fe2 P2 O7) combined with сitrate of Soda. Solutions and triturations.
Nosology
Brain, congestion of. Headache. Tarsal cysts.
Typical features
This preparation has not been proved, but it has been used clinically in low attenuations in cases of brain congestion and congestive headache, following great losses of blood. If Fe. ph. fails to remove tarsal cysts, сooper says give Fe. pyroph.