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Iron supplements - oral

common brand names: Femiron, Feosol, Fer-In-Sol

Warning: Accidental overdose about iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in kid under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of child. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call poison control center.

Ferrousul Usage: Iron supplements used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (e.g., for anemia or during pregnancy).

How to use Ferrousul: it tablet is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals, with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) about water. If iron upsets your stomach, take this with food or after meals, with full glass of water. Sustained-release capsules and pills should be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take meds or capsules of iron with full glass about water. do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking tablet or capsule. the liquid forms should be diluted in a glass about water or juice & sipped through a straw to prevent staining of teeth. the suspension forms must be shaken well before each use; take them along with full glass about water. do not exceed recommended dosage.

Ferrousul side effects: can cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, & vomiting the 1'st few days as youre body adjusts to the med. Iron may cause stools to turn black at color. this is due to unabsorbed iron and is not harmful. Inform your healthcare professional if you develop: severe stomach pains, chest pain, clammy skin, bluish-colored lips or fingernails. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your healthcare professional or healthcare professional.

Ferrousul Precautions: do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) without consulting healthcare professional if you have: ulcers, colitis, intestinal disease. Eggs and milk decrease iron absorption. Coffee and tea that is drunk with a meal or 1 hour after meal may also decrease iron absorption. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products can be very dangerous, even fatal. Keep it med out of the reach of kid. If overdose occurs, call pharmacist or poison control center immediately. this medication should be used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding only if recommended by your doctor.

Ferrousul drug interactions: Tell some your healthcare professional of all prescription & nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: chloramphenicol, penicillamine, methyldopa, levodopa, cimetidine, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin). Avoid taking iron in same time as antacids or tetracycline antibiotics. Wait at least two hours between taking iron & an antacid or tetracycline. Because iron-containing goods can cause false results with certain tests that cash for blood in the stools, tell doctor or laboratory personnel you take iron. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Ferrousul Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, paleness, weak-rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or green diarrhea/tarry stools.

Ferrousul special notes: few iron products contain vitamin C which is believed to increase iron absorption. there are many iron supplement products available. some can be purchased without a prescription. Consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist on choice of a product best for you. this med is not a substitute to proper diet. Its important to maintain well balanced diet. Foods rich in iron include beans, nuts, asparagus, oatmeal, red meat, dried peaches, & pork liver.

If you missed Ferrousul dose: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Ferrousul Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this medication. Keep out of reach of children.

Active Ingredients : Iron Supplements