IRON POLYSACCHARIDE

(I ern paw lee SACK ah ride) Brand: Ezfe, Ferrex-150, Ferus Pic-150, Iferex 150, Niferex Elixir, NovaFerrum 50, Nu-Iron 150, Poly Iron, ProFe

What is the most significant information I must know about iron polysaccharide?

• Iron polysaccharide is used as a dietary supplement, and to prevent and to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.

• You must not take iron polysaccharide if you have hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, or hemolytic anemia.

• Hold this medicine out of the reach of children. An accidental overdose of iron by a baby can be fatal.

What is iron polysaccharide?

• Iron polysaccharide is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is significant for much functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.

• Iron polysaccharide is used to prevent and to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.

• This medication is not for use as a common dietary supplement in people with usual iron levels.

• Iron polysaccharide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.

Who must not take iron polysaccharide?

• You must not take iron polysaccharide if you have:

· hemochromatosis;

· hemosiderosis; or

· hemolytic anemia.

• Speak your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you become pregnant during treatment. Your doze needs may be various during pregnancy.

• Speak your doctor if you are breast-feeding a child. Your doze needs may be various while you are nursing.

How must I take iron polysaccharide?

• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medication in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended.

• Take iron polysaccharide on an empty stomach for excellent results. If stomach upset occurs, take iron polysaccharide with food or next a meal.

• Measure liquid medication with a particular dose-measuring spoon or medication cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

• Mix the liquid with water, juice, or other beverage as directed and drink the mixture through a straw to prevent staining of the teeth.

• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

• Hold this medicine out of the reach of children. An accidental overdose of iron by a baby can be fatal.

What happens if I miss a dose?

• Take the missed doze as soon as you remember. Skip the missed doze if it is nearly time for your following scheduled doze. Do not take extra medication to create up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of iron polysaccharide can be fatal, especially to a child.

• Symptoms of a iron overdose may include decreased energy, fever, vomiting, stomach pain, tarry stools, weak pulse, quick heart course, or seizure (convulsions).

What must I avoid while taking iron polysaccharide?

• This medication can create it harder for your body to absorb determined drugs. Avoid taking another medicines within 2 hours till or after you take iron polysaccharide, especially an antibiotic or thyroid medicine.

What are the possible side effects of iron polysaccharide?

• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.

• General side effects may include:

· nausea, upset stomach;

· constipation, diarrhea;

· black or dark colored stools; or

· temporary staining of the teeth.

• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What another drugs will affect iron polysaccharide?

• Another drugs may interact with iron polysaccharide, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal commodity. Speak every of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medication you start or stop using.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about iron polysaccharide.

Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.

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