Alembic Sharkoferrol Pet Syrup Nutritional & Hematinic Supplement for Dogs and Cats (200g)

Alembic Sharkoferrol Pet Syrup for Dogs and Cats - Iron, Calcium, and B-Vitamin Hematinic in a Malt Base (200g)

Alembic Sharkoferrol is a malt-based hematinic nutritional supplement for dogs and cats providing Iron (as Ferric Ammonium Citrate), Calcium Gluconate, Vitamin D3, Vitamins B1, B6, B12 (Cyanocobalamin), Folic Acid, Niacinamide, Copper Sulphate, Cobalt Chloride, and Biotin per dose. It supports red blood cell formation, prevents iron-deficiency anaemia, promotes bone development, and aids smooth whelping - in one highly palatable, malt-flavoured syrup at ₹180 for 200g.

Your dog delivered a litter three weeks ago. She's been eating well, but she looks paler than usual, tires quickly, and her coat has lost its shine. Or your growing puppy's vet flagged low haemoglobin at the last check-up and recommended a hematinic supplement. Or your cat has been recovering from a tick infestation that left them anaemic and weak. In all of these situations - and more - what the body needs is targeted iron, calcium, and B-vitamin support delivered in a form that's easy to absorb and actually enjoyable for your pet to take. That's the precise gap Sharkoferrol fills.

Manufactured and distributed by Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd., one of India's oldest and most respected pharmaceutical houses with over a century of drug manufacturing experience, Sharkoferrol has been a trusted name in veterinary hematinic supplementation across India for decades.

Uses and Benefits of Alembic Sharkoferrol Pet Syrup

Sharkoferrol is a broad-spectrum hematinic and nutritional supplement. Your vet may recommend it for any of the following conditions, and it can also be used as a preventive daily supplement in animals with higher nutritional demands:

• Iron-deficiency anaemia - the most common use case. When your dog or cat's red blood cell count or haemoglobin is low due to insufficient dietary iron, blood loss, worm infestation, or illness, Sharkoferrol provides a concentrated, bioavailable source of iron to support recovery.
• Post-illness nutritional recovery - after tick fever, parvovirus, severe worm infestation, or any prolonged illness that depletes nutritional reserves and leaves the pet weak, pale, and lethargic.
• Pregnancy and whelping support - pregnant female dogs and cats have significantly elevated iron and calcium demands. Sharkoferrol supports foetal development, helps prevent pregnancy-related anaemia, and its calcium content supports smooth whelping and reduces the risk of eclampsia (milk fever) in lactating females.
• Puppy and kitten growth support - calcium gluconate and Vitamin D3 support skeletal development and healthy bone density during the rapid growth phase, making Sharkoferrol a practical daily supplement for young animals.
• Weight gain support - the malt extract base provides a dense, energy-rich medium that supports healthy weight gain in underweight or recovering pets, particularly during convalescence.
• Coat and skin health - Biotin, Copper, and B-complex vitamins in the formula collectively support coat quality and skin integrity from within, making it useful in pets with dull coats linked to nutritional deficiency.
• Post-surgery recovery - the iron and B-vitamin content supports red blood cell regeneration after blood loss during surgical procedures.
• The malt extract base deserves special mention. Malt is naturally rich in B-vitamins and provides a slow-releasing energy source. More practically, it gives Sharkoferrol a taste that most dogs and cats find appealing - removing the palatability battle that many hematinic supplements lose - and improves the bioavailability of the iron by creating an acidic gut environment that favours iron absorption.

Complete Composition

Form: Thick, malt-flavoured syrup.

Pack size: 200g.

Price: ₹180 MRP (₹90/100g).

Side Effects of Alembic Sharkoferrol Pet Syrup

• Sharkoferrol is a nutritional feed supplement with a well-established safety record and is generally very well-tolerated across dogs and cats of all ages. Serious side effects are uncommon at recommended doses.
• The most commonly noted side effect - consistent with iron supplementation in general - is temporary constipation, particularly in the first few days of use. This usually resolves on its own as the body adjusts and with adequate water intake. In some sensitive pets, mild digestive upset such as loose stools or reduced appetite may occur initially and typically settles within 2 to 3 days.
• Iron supplementation at excessive doses can cause gastrointestinal distress. This is why it is important to stick strictly to the recommended dose and not assume that a higher dose will produce faster results. Do not use Sharkoferrol in pets with known iron overload disorders or haemolytic anaemia (where the problem is red blood cell destruction rather than iron deficiency) without veterinary assessment.
• If your pet is on antibiotics or other medications, inform your vet before starting Sharkoferrol, as iron can interact with the absorption of certain drugs.

How to Use Alembic Sharkoferrol Pet Syrup?

Shake the container well before each use. Administer directly by spoon or mix into food. Because of its malt-flavoured base, most pets accept it willingly when mixed into their meal. For reluctant pets, mixing it into a small amount of wet food or warm broth disguises it effectively.

Dosing Guide:

Always confirm the dose and frequency with your vet, as it may vary depending on the severity of the deficiency, the pet's health status, and whether the supplement is being used therapeutically or preventively.

How long does the 200g bottle last?

At ₹180 for 200g, Sharkoferrol is one of the most cost-effective hematinic supplements available for Indian pet parents - particularly for daily long-term use in growing puppies or pregnant females.

How Alembic Sharkoferrol Works

Each ingredient in Sharkoferrol targets a specific physiological process, and they work together as an interconnected system:

• Ferric Ammonium Citrate provides iron in a form the gut can absorb readily. Iron is the central building block of haemoglobin - the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body. Without adequate iron, haemoglobin production drops, red blood cells become pale and inefficient, and the body's tissues receive less oxygen. This shows up as fatigue, pale gums, reduced appetite, and weakness. Sharkoferrol restores this supply directly.
• Copper Sulphate and Cobalt Chloride are not extras - they're essential co-factors. Copper is required for the absorption and utilisation of iron in the body; without copper, even adequate iron intake cannot be properly processed. Cobalt is a component of Vitamin B12, and its presence as Cobalt Chloride supports the synthesis of B12 in the gut.
• Folic Acid and Cyanocobalamin (B12) together support the maturation of red blood cells. Without these, the body produces large, immature, ineffective red blood cells - a condition called megaloblastic anaemia. Their combined presence ensures that the new red blood cells produced with Sharkoferrol's iron supply are healthy and fully functional.
• Calcium Gluconate and Vitamin D3 work in tandem to support bone mineralisation. D3 governs how much calcium the gut absorbs from the diet and from supplements - without adequate D3, calcium supplementation alone has limited effect. Together, they directly support bone density, dental development, and the smooth muscle contractions involved in whelping.
• The Malt Extract base does double duty: it makes the syrup palatable (ensuring your pet actually takes it) and it creates a mildly acidic environment in the gut that significantly improves iron absorption - a well-documented interaction that makes malt-based iron supplements more bioavailable than many tablet-form alternatives.

Safety Advice

• Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep tightly sealed after use. Keep out of reach of children and other pets. For animal use only - not for human consumption. Do not use in pets with confirmed iron overload or non-deficiency anaemia without a vet's specific direction. If your pet is on antibiotic therapy, administer Sharkoferrol at a different time of day to avoid any interaction with drug absorption. Use with caution in pets with known kidney or liver disease - consult your vet first. For puppies under 3 months and kittens under 3 months, confirm the dose with your vet before starting.
• If you are unsure whether Sharkoferrol is the right supplement for your pet's specific condition, a quick online vet consultation on Supertails can confirm the diagnosis and dosing before you start.

What If You Miss a Dose?

Sharkoferrol is a nutritional supplement rather than a fast-acting pharmaceutical. Missing a single dose will not undo progress or cause harm. Simply continue with the next scheduled dose and maintain the regular routine going forward - do not double up to compensate. For best results, consistency over the course of weeks matters far more than any single dose. A practical approach: give Sharkoferrol at the same time as your pet's main meal each day so it becomes part of the feeding routine rather than a separate step.

All Substitutes

Sharkoferrol is one of the most established hematinic supplements in Indian veterinary practice, but here are comparable options confirmed live on Supertails for different needs within the same category:

Sharkoferrol's specific edge in this category is its malt extract base - which delivers better iron bioavailability than syrup bases without this component - and its unusually comprehensive mineral co-factor profile (Copper, Cobalt, D3) that ensures the iron it provides is actually absorbed and utilised rather than passing through. It is also one of the few hematinics that explicitly addresses bone health and whelping support alongside blood health, making it genuinely multi-purpose.

Quick Tips for Getting the Best Results

• Always shake the container well before measuring each dose - the active minerals can settle over time, and an unshaken dose may deliver an inconsistent nutrient concentration.
• Give Sharkoferrol at mealtimes, mixed into food - the iron absorption is enhanced when given alongside food, and palatability is highest this way for most pets.
• For anaemia cases, pair Sharkoferrol with a deworming course if your vet has identified worm infestation as a contributing cause - browse our dog dewormer or cat dewormer collections to address both issues together.
• Keep the bottle tightly sealed and away from heat and sunlight between uses - Vitamin D3 and B-vitamins degrade with light and heat exposure.
• Pregnant females benefit most from starting Sharkoferrol in the mid-to-late pregnancy phase - consult your vet on the optimal timing.
• For growing puppies, expect visible results in coat quality and energy within 3 to 4 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
• For anaemia recovery, most vets recommend monitoring haemoglobin levels with a follow-up blood test at 4 to 6 weeks to assess response.
• Browse the full hematinic and platelet booster collection on Supertails if your vet has also recommended a platelet-supportive supplement alongside Sharkoferrol - the two categories address different aspects of blood health and are often used together after tick fever or severe illness.

Vets Also Recommend...

• Explore the full hematinic and platelet booster collection on Supertails.
• Browse dog vitamins and supplements for complete nutritional support.
• Explore cat vitamins and supplements for feline-specific recovery needs.
• For nerve health support alongside haematinic therapy, explore Mankind Nurokind Pet Syrup - a Mecobalamin-based nerve tonic that many vets co-prescribe with hematinics after severe illness.
• Support your pet's deworming if worm infestation contributed to anaemia - browse dog dewormers and cat dewormers.
• Explore the full dog pharmacy and medicines and cat pharmacy and medicines collections on Supertails.
• Not sure if your pet's paleness or lethargy is anaemia-related? Consult a vet on Supertails for expert guidance before starting supplementation.

Disclaimer: Supertails' sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate, and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.

Give Your Pet's Blood the Building Blocks to Rebuild

Pale gums. Tiredness after minimal activity. A coat that's lost its lustre. These are the quiet signs of a body that isn't getting enough of what it needs to keep its blood healthy. Alembic Sharkoferrol gives dogs and cats the iron, calcium, and B-vitamin foundation to fix that - from a century-old pharmaceutical house, in a malt-based formula that actually tastes good, at ₹180 for 200g that lasts weeks.

Trusted by vets across India. Accepted by pets without a fight. One syrup that does a great deal.

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FAQs

What is Alembic Sharkoferrol used for in dogs and cats?

Sharkoferrol is an iron, calcium, and B-vitamin hematinic supplement for dogs and cats. It is primarily used to treat and prevent iron-deficiency anaemia, support recovery from illness or blood loss, aid bone development in puppies and kittens, support pregnancy and smooth whelping in female dogs, and promote healthy weight gain in debilitated or underweight pets - delivered in a palatable malt-flavoured syrup base.

What makes Sharkoferrol different from other iron supplements for pets?

Sharkoferrol's malt extract base creates a mildly acidic gut environment that actively improves iron absorption - making it more bioavailable than many tablet-based or non-malt liquid iron supplements. It also includes Copper and Cobalt as essential co-factors for iron utilisation, and Calcium Gluconate with Vitamin D3 for bone support - a more complete nutritional profile than iron-only hematinics.

My dog has pale gums and low energy. How quickly will Sharkoferrol show results?

Pale gums and fatigue in anaemic dogs typically begin to improve within 2 to 4 weeks of consistent daily supplementation. Red blood cell production and haemoglobin recovery are gradual processes. A follow-up blood test at 4 to 6 weeks will confirm improvement in haemoglobin levels. If the underlying cause of anaemia is an active worm infestation or tick fever, treating that condition alongside Sharkoferrol is essential for full recovery.

Can I give Sharkoferrol to my pregnant dog?

Yes - Sharkoferrol is specifically recommended for pregnant and lactating female dogs. The elevated iron demands of pregnancy, combined with the calcium requirement for foetal bone development and smooth whelping, make it a practical and widely vet-recommended supplement during this period. Confirm the dose with your vet based on your dog's weight and trimester, as higher doses may be appropriate in the final weeks of pregnancy.

Is Sharkoferrol appropriate for newborn puppies?

Sharkoferrol is not typically recommended for newborn puppies in the first few weeks of life - they rely on their mother's milk for nutrition at this stage. For puppies transitioning to solid food (usually from 3 to 4 weeks of age), your vet can advise on whether Sharkoferrol supplementation is appropriate and at what dose based on the puppy's weight. It is widely used in puppies from the weaning stage onward.

Can I use Sharkoferrol and Nurokind Pet at the same time?

In many post-illness recovery situations, vets do co-prescribe both - Sharkoferrol to address anaemia and blood health, and Nurokind Pet (with its Mecobalamin 500mcg) to address nerve repair. They serve different purposes and the ingredients don't interact negatively. Always inform your vet about all supplements being given simultaneously so they can confirm the combined approach is appropriate for your specific pet's condition and dosing.

My cat refuses the syrup. How do I administer it?

Most cats accept Sharkoferrol when mixed into strongly flavoured wet food - fish-based wet food or tuna water tends to work well. Avoid administering directly by syringe unless your cat is comfortable with it; forced syringe administration can cause stress and aspiration risk. If your cat is consistently refusing even food-mixed doses, speak to your vet - there may be alternative hematinic formulations in tablet or paste form that might be better accepted.

Can Sharkoferrol be used long-term as a daily maintenance supplement?

Yes - for animals with ongoing higher nutritional demands (growing puppies, breeding females, senior dogs with reduced dietary absorption), long-term daily supplementation is common practice under veterinary guidance. The supplement's safety profile supports extended use at recommended doses. For healthy adult pets without identified deficiencies, your vet will advise whether ongoing supplementation adds value beyond a standard balanced diet.

I'm worried my dog's anaemia might be caused by something more serious. Should I consult a vet before starting Sharkoferrol?

Yes, ideally. While Sharkoferrol is safe and OTC, anaemia in dogs and cats can have multiple causes - some straightforward (dietary deficiency, worms), some requiring specific treatment (haemolytic anaemia, internal bleeding, bone marrow disorders). Starting Sharkoferrol without knowing the cause addresses only one possible scenario. A quick blood test and vet consultation on Supertails can confirm whether iron-deficiency is the issue and whether Sharkoferrol is the right first step.

Does Sharkoferrol need to be refrigerated after opening?

No refrigeration is needed. Store at room temperature below 30°C, in a cool, dry spot away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the container tightly sealed between uses. Malt-based syrups can thicken slightly in cooler temperatures - if this happens, simply warm the bottle briefly in your hands before measuring the dose. Do not heat it in a microwave or hot water, as excessive heat can degrade the vitamin content.