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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 death poisoning in kid under 6 years of age. Keep it product out of reach of children. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.

Simular Drugs : Polysaccharide Iron, Polysaccharide Iron, Polysaccharide Iron Forte

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

How to use Polysaccharide Iron: this medication is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before or 2 hours after meals, with full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water. If iron upsets your stomach, take this with food or after meals, with a full glass of water. Sustained-release capsules and meds must 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. don't lie down for 30 minutes after taking tablet or capsule. the liquid forms should be diluted in glass of water or juice & sipped through a straw to prevent staining of the teeth. suspension forms should be shaken well before each use; take them along with full glass of water. do not exceed the recommended dosage.

Polysaccharide Iron side effects: may cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting the first few days as youre body adjusts to the medication. Iron can cause the stools to turn black at color. it is due to unabsorbed iron & is not harmful. Inform youre physician 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 pharmacist or pharmacist.

Polysaccharide Iron Precautions: do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) without consulting pharmacist if you have: ulcers, colitis, intestinal disease. Eggs & 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 medication out of the reach of kid. If overdose occurs, call healthcare professional or poison control center immediately. this tablet should be used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding only if recommended by some your physician.

Polysaccharide Iron med interactions: Tell youre doctor about every prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: chloramphenicol, penicillamine, methyldopa, levodopa, cimetidine, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin). Avoid taking iron at same time as antacids or tetracycline antibiotics. Wait in least two hours between taking iron and an antacid or tetracycline. Because iron-containing goods can cause false results with certain tests that dollars for blood in the stools, tell the healthcare professional or laboratory personnel you take iron. don't start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Polysaccharide Iron 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.

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

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

Polysaccharide Iron Storage: Store in room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this tablet. Keep out of the reach about child.

Active Ingredients : Iron Supplements