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Iron supplements - oral

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

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

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

How to use Ezfe: this medication is best taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals, with a 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 & meds should be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take tablets or capsules of iron with full glass of water. don't lie down for 30 minutes after taking the tablet or capsule. liquid forms should be diluted in a glass of water or juice & sipped through a straw to prevent staining of the teeth. the suspension forms must be shaken well before each use; take them along with a full glass of water. do not exceed recommended dosage.

Ezfe side effects: may cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, & vomiting the 1'st some days as your body adjusts to the medication. Iron can cause stools to turn black in color. this is due to unabsorbed iron & isn't 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.

Ezfe Precautions: do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) without consulting a physician 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 canbe very dangerous, even death. Keep this medication out of the reach about kid. If overdose occurs, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. this med should be used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding only if recommended by your healthcare professional.

Ezfe drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of all prescription & nonprescription meds 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 at least two hours between taking iron & an antacid or tetracycline. Because iron-containing goods can cause false results with certain tests that money for blood in stools, tell the pharmacist or laboratory personnel you take iron. don't start or stop any medicine with-out pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

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

Ezfe special notes: several iron products contain vitamin C which is believed to increase iron absorption. there many iron supplement goods available. some can be purchased with-out a prescription. Consult youre physician or physician on choice of a product best for you. this medication isn't 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 Ezfe dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

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

Active Ingredients : Iron Supplements