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USES: Iron, an essential mineral, is the major transporter of oxygen in the body. It is used to prevent or treat anemia or "iron-poor" blood. A stool softener is added to help prevent constipation caused by the iron.
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Ferro-DSS
Uses
Iron, an essential mineral, is the major transporter of oxygen in the body. It is used to prevent or treat anemia or "iron-poor" blood. A stool softener is added to help prevent constipation caused by the iron.
Notes
- Periodic blood tests may be done to check your response to this medication.
- It is important 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 cereals.
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 children.
How To Use
- Take this medication by mouth as directed.
- It is best taken on an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
- However, if stomach upset occurs, this may be taken with or just after a meal.
- Swallow medication whole.
- Do not crush or chew the drug.
- Do not exceed recommended dosage.
Side Effects
- This medication 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 or extreme weakness while taking this drug.
- 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 notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have any illnesses or any allergies.
- Accidental overdose of iron-containing products can be very dangerous and even fatal.
- Keep this medication out of the reach of children.
- If overdose occurs, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
- This medication should be used only if clearly needed during 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.
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 schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially any vitamin products, antacids or antibiotics.
- Avoid taking any oral tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking this since the iron component may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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