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Iron supplements - oral

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

Warning: Accidental overdose about iron-containing products is leading cause of death poisoning in child under six years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immeditial healthcare professional attention or call poison control center.

Simular Drugs : Myferon 150, Myferon 150 Forte

Myferon 150 Forte Usage: Iron supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (e.g., for anemia or during pregnancy).

How to use Myferon 150 Forte: this medication is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals, with full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water. If iron upsets your stomach, take it with food or after meals, with a full glass about water. Sustained-release capsules & tablets should be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take tablets or capsules of iron with a full glass of water. do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking med or capsule. the liquid forms should be diluted in a glass about water or juice & sipped through straw to prevent staining of the teeth. suspension forms must be shaken well before each use; take them along with a full glass of water. do not exceed recommended dosage.

Myferon 150 Forte side effects: can cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, & vomiting the first few days as youre body adjusts to drug. Iron can cause the stools to turn black in color. it is due to unabsorbed iron & isnt harmful. Inform your doctor 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 doctor or pharmacist.

Myferon 150 Forte Precautions: do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) without consulting pharmacist if you have: ulcers, colitis, intestinal disease. Eggs and milk decrease iron absorption. Coffee & tea that is drunk with meal or 1 hour after meal may also decrease iron absorption. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products can be very dangerous, even fatal. Keep this drug out about reach about children. If overdose occurs, call doctor or poison control center immediately. this pill should be used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding only if recommended by your healthcare professional.

Myferon 150 Forte drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of all prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially about: 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 and an antacid or tetracycline. Because iron-containing products may cause false results with certain tests that money for blood in the stools, tell physician or laboratory personnel you take iron. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Myferon 150 Forte Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact youre 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.

Myferon 150 Forte special notes: few iron products contain vitamin C which is believed to increase iron absorption. theyre are many iron supplement products available. some can be purchased without prescription. Consult your healthcare professional or pharmacist on the choice of product best for you. it medication isnt a substitute to proper diet. It's important to maintain a well balanced diet. Foods rich in iron include beans, nuts, asparagus, oatmeal, red meat, dried peaches, & pork liver.

If you missed Myferon 150 Forte dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Myferon 150 Forte 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 it tablet. Keep out of the reach of kid.

Active Ingredients : Iron Supplements