UNILAB, United Home Fersulfate Iron 65mg 100tablets

Unilab, United Home Fersulfate Iron 65mg 100 Tablets

Indications/Uses:
For the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia.

Dosage/Direction for Use:
Refer to the dosing table or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Missed Dose:
If a dose is missed, take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose unless advised by a doctor.

Overdosage:
Iron overdose may lead to serious side effects, which can occur in four stages:

• Stage I (0–6 hours): Vomiting, diarrhea, low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, and possible CNS depression (drowsiness to coma).

• Stage II (6–24 hours): Temporary improvement or reduced signs of toxicity.

• Stage III: Recurrence of symptoms including shock, metabolic acidosis, coma, liver damage, jaundice, low blood sugar, kidney failure, and fluid in the lungs.

• Stage IV (weeks later): Gastrointestinal blockage and liver damage.

Seek immediate medical attention or contact Poison Control if more than the recommended dose is taken.

Administration:
Should be taken on an empty stomach for best absorption. May be taken with meals to reduce gastrointestinal discomfort.

Contraindications:
Do not use if the patient has any of the following:

• Allergy to any ingredient in the product

• Primary hemochromatosis

• Peptic ulcer, regional enteritis (e.g., Crohn's disease), or ulcerative colitis

• Receiving iron injections or blood transfusions (risk of iron overload)

Adverse Reactions:
High doses (over 120 mg of elemental iron/day) may cause:

• Nausea, vomiting, bloating, and abdominal discomfort

• Black stools, diarrhea, or constipation

Drug Interactions:

• Antacids: Take at least 1 hour apart to avoid reduced iron absorption.

• Tetracyclines: Take 1 hour before or 3 hours after iron to prevent reduced absorption.

• Quinolones (e.g., Ciprofloxacin): Take at least 2 hours before iron.

• Chloramphenicol: May delay response to iron therapy.

• Other Interactions: Iron may reduce absorption of Carbidopa, Levodopa, Methyldopa, and Penicillamine. Take these at least 2 hours before iron.

Storage:
Store below 30°C. Protect from light. Keep the container tightly closed.

Action:
United Home Fersulfate provides elemental iron essential for forming healthy red blood cells and hemoglobin. Iron is vital for preventing iron deficiency anemia (IDA), a common nutritional deficiency, especially among pregnant women. Supplementing iron supports fetal growth, spinal cord development, and brain formation during pregnancy.

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