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Ferrous Sulfate - Iron - Drug Information



Generic Name : Ferrous Sulfate - Iron
Pronunciation : FER-us SUL-fate

ICD Code : | Therapeutic Classification : Essential Minerals

Trade Name(s) :

India - Ferich-SR suscap, Ferritop-SR cap, Ferrochelate-Z, Ferz suscap, Feton-Z-TR cap, Fezee cap, Hb-Rich 300 kit, Irosoft SR cap, Ferobid-Z cap.

International - Chem-Sol, Ed-In-Sol, Fe 50, Fe-Max, Feosol, Fer-Gen-Sol, Fer-in-Sol, Fer-in-Sol TR, Fero-Gradumet Filmtab, Ferosul, Ferra T.D. Caps, Ferra-TD, Ferratab, Ferro-Bob, Ferro-Time, Ferrospace, Iron Sol, Ironmar, Mol-Iron, Slow-Fe, Yiero-Gota, Yieronia.



Why is Ferrous Sulfate - Iron Prescribed? (Indications)


This medication is an essential body mineral, prescribed for iron deficiency anemia. It helps in red blood cells production in the body.

When should Ferrous Sulfate - Iron not to be taken? (Contraindications)


Contraindicated in patients with high level of iron in blood and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ferrous Sulfate - Iron?


Dose is based on patient's condition.

How should Ferrous Sulfate - Iron be taken?


It comes as a tablet, capsule, liquid, and elixir to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ferrous Sulfate - Iron?

* Caution should be exercised in patients with inflammation of the intestines, Crohn's disease, digestive problems, ulcers, anemia, blood disease, transfusions, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* Avoid excess dosage; otherwise it may lead to fatal poisoning in children younger than 6 years old.

What are the side effects of Ferrous Sulfate - Iron?

Constipation, darkened or green colored stools, diarrhea, nausea and stomach upset.

What are the other precautions for Ferrous Sulfate - Iron?

* Monitor complete blood cell counts and blood iron levels regularly while taking this medication.

What are the storage conditions for Ferrous Sulfate - Iron?

Keep this medication in the container it came in and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature.

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