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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 six years about age. Keep this product out of reach of kid. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.

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

How to use Feostat: it med 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 you're stomach, take it with food or after meals, with full glass of water. Sustained-release capsules & pills must be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them as side effects may be increased. Take pills or capsules about 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 about water or juice and sipped through straw to prevent staining of 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.

Feostat side effects: may cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting the 1st few days as your body adjusts to medication. Iron can cause the stools to turn black in color. it is due to unabsorbed iron & is not harmful. Inform your pharmacist 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.

Feostat Precautions: do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) with out consulting doctor if you have: ulcers, colitis, intestinal disease. Eggs & 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 goods can be very dangerous, even fatal. Keep this drug out about the reach of child. If overdose occurs, call doctor or poison control center immediately. this medication should be used during pregnancy or while breast-feeding only if recommended by youre doctor.

Feostat med interactions: Tell some your pharmacist about all 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 at least two hours between taking iron & an antacid or tetracycline. Because iron-containing goods may cause false results with certain tests that check for blood in the stools, tell doctor or laboratory personnel you take iron. do not start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Feostat 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.

Feostat special notes: few iron products contain vitamin C which is believed to increase iron absorption. there many iron supplement products available. some canbe purchased without prescription. Consult your pharmacist or doctor on choice about product best for you. it drug isnt a substitute to proper diet. It's important to maintain well balanced diet. Foods rich in iron include beans, nuts, asparagus, oatmeal, red meat, dried peaches, and pork liver.

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

Feostat Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of it medication. Keep out about the reach about children.

Active Ingredients : Iron Supplements