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CHEMICAL NAME
IRON-POLYSACCHARIDE.
INDICATIONS
Niferex(Iron-Polysaccharide) is a mineral used to prevent and treat iron deficiency. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
DIRECTIONS
Use Niferex(Iron-Polysaccharide) exactly as directed on the package, unless instructed differently by your doctor. Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure this dose. Dilute this medicine in juice or water before taking. Drink through a straw to prevent tooth stain. This medicine is absorbed better on an empty stomach but may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Do not take it within 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids, eggs, whole grain breads, cereal, milk, milk products, coffee, or tea. Take this medicine with a full glass (8 oz./240 ml) of water. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medicine. Store this medicine at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
SIDE EFFECTS
That may occur while taking this medicine includes nausea, constipation, diarrhea, green stools, stomach discomfort, or leg cramps. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. While you are taking this medicine, you may notice darkening of bowel movements. This is normal. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience fever, vomiting with continuing sharp stomach pain; black, tarry stools; or blood or streaks of blood in the stool. An allergic reaction to this medicine is unlikely, but seeks immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not take this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. Do not take large doses of vitamins (megadoses or megavitamin therapy) unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for longer than 6 months without checking with your doctor. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes antacid products and calcium supplements. Keep all doctor and laboratory appointments while you are taking this medicine. Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as blood tests) may be done while you are takng this medicine to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. This medicine may cause false test results with kits used to check for blood in the stool or blood cholesterol. Check with your doctor if you are using either kind of test kit. For women: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
OVERDOSAGE
Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include tiredness; nausea; vomiting; stomach pain; tarry stools; weak, fast heartbeat; seizures; and loss of consciousness.
INFORMATION
Follow the dietary plan provided by your doctor. Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. If using this medicine for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
NOTES
The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,pharmacist,or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before taking the product.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
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