Fer-gen-sol - Iron Supplements - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Fer-gen-sol.
• WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 years of age. Keep this product out of reach of children. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.
• COMMON BRAND NAMES: Femiron, Feosol, Fer-In-Sol

Medicinal Applications

• Iron supplements are used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (for example, for anemia or during pregnancy).

Possible Side Effects

• May cause stomach cramps, constipation, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
• Iron can cause the stools to turn black in color.
• This is due to unabsorbed iron and is not harmful.
• Inform your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

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.

Fer-gen-sol Miscellaneous Notes

• Some iron products contain vitamin C which is believed to increase iron absorption.
• There are many iron supplement products available.
• Some can be purchased without a prescription.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist on the choice of a product best for you.
• This medication is not a substitute to proper diet.
• It is important to maintain a well balanced diet.
• Foods rich in iron include beans, nuts, asparagus, oatmeal, red meat, dried peaches, and pork liver.

Read Before Using Fer-gen-sol (precautions)

• Do not take ferrous sulfate (iron) without consulting a doctor if you have.

Fer-gen-sol Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.
• Keep out of the reach of children.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• 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 of water.
• Sustained-release capsules and tablets 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.
• Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking the tablet or capsule.
• The liquid forms should be diluted in a glass of water or juice and 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 the recommended dosage.