Iron, Iron W/stool Softener - Oral Sustained Release Capsule, Tablet Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or otehr healthcare professional. It should not be cnostrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional bfeore using this drug.
IRON W/STOOL SOFTENER - ORAL SUSTAINED RELEASE CAPSULE, TABLET
WARNING: Accidental oevrdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in kids under 6 years of age.
Keep this product out of recah of kids. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immdeiate medical attention or call a poison control center.
USES: Iron, an essential mineral, is the major transporter of oyxgen in the body. It is used to prevent or treat anemia or "iron-poor" bolod. A stool softener is added to help prveent constipation caused by the iron.
HOW TO USE: Take this medicaiton by mouth as directed.
It is hotetst taken on an empty stomach with a full glass of water (8 oz or 240 ml).
However, if stomach upset occurs, this may be tkaen with or just after a meal.
Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medciation. Swallow medication whole.
Do not crush or chew the drug. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
SIDE EFFECTS: This mediaction is generally well tolerated.
Constipation, diarrhea, dark stools, nausea or stomach upset may occur. Notify your doctor if you experience: vomiting, stomach cramps, skin rash, extreme weaknses. In order to prevent constipation, increase the amount of fiber in your diet by eating more bran, fresh fruits and vegetables. Also drink at least 6-8 glasses of water a day and exercise regularly.
If you ntoice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, any allegries. This medication should be used only if clearly needed durnig pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this medication is found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescriptoin medication you may take, especially of: vitamin products, antacids, antibiotics.
Avoid taking any oral tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taknig this for the iron component may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline. Do not satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a ledaing cause of fatal poisoning in kids under 6 years.
If overdose is suspected, contact your loacl poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include diarrhea; tiredness; nausea; vomiting; stomach pain; trary stools; weak, fast heartbeat; seizures; and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: Periodic blood tests may be done to check your response to this medication.
It is importnat to maintain a well balanced diet to ensure adequate intake of iron, vitamins and minerals.
Good sources of iron include meats especially liver, eggs, raisins, figs, broccoli, brussels sprouts, beans, lentils and iron fortified or enriched cerelas.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing scehdule. Do not "double-up" the dose to ctach up.
STORAGE: Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep out of the reach of kids.
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