| Brand Name | Slow Fe |
| Generic Name | Ferrous Sulfate |
| Drug Class | Iron Supplement |
| Availability | Over-the-counter (OTC) |
| Manufacturer | Novartis Consumer Health |
| Indications | Treatment or prevention of iron deficiency anemia Iron supplementation during pregnancy |
| Type | Tablet |
| Doses | 45 mg |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Constipation Diarrhea Stomach cramps Dark stools Nausea |
| Interactions | May decrease the absorption of certain antibiotics, such as tetracyclines and quinolones. Antacids and calcium supplements can reduce iron absorption; it's advisable to space these apart from iron supplements. |
| Overdose | Severe stomach pain Vomiting Diarrhea Weakness Shortness of breath |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as remembered unless it's close to the next dose |
| Contraindications | Hemochromatosis (iron overload disorder) Hemolytic anemia Known hypersensitivity to ferrous sulfate or any component of the formulation |
| Alternatives | Ferrous gluconate Ferrous fumarate Carbonyl iron |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Available |
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An iron deficiency anemia is usually treated or prevented with the help of ferrous sulfate, which supplies the body with iron in order to produce more red blood cells.
Ferrous sulfate effects by replenishing the levels of iron in the body that is essential in the production of hemoglobin, a protein that aids hemoglobin in oxygen ferrying in the body.
The side effects commonly used are constipation, nausea, stomach cramps, and dark-colored stools. These side effects are mostly mild and enhance as time goes by.
Ferrous sulfate is usually administered orally in tablet or liquid form and it is not mandatory that the dosage remains constant though it varies according to your condition. It has been suggested that it should be used on an empty stomach so as to maximize its absorption.
Yes, Ferrous sulfate is usually used to treat iron deficient anaemic pregnant women. Nevertheless, it should be consulted with your medical professional to decide on the dosage.
When you miss a dose, then take it immediately when you remember except when just before the next dose that is near when you miss a dose take the drug anyway. It should not be used twice simultaneously to compensate a dose that has been missed.
Well, Ferrous sulfate has constipation as a normal side effect. This side effect could be managed by drinking lots of water, consuming foods rich in fiber content and taking a stool softener.
Ferrous sulfate can be used interacting with other drugs, in particular, drugs that influence the absorption of iron or drugs that are taken in case of gastrointestinal problems. Brief your medical practitioner on any drugs that you have been using.
Three to four weeks can be required before improvement in the energy levels and hemoglobin count. Complete benefits can be attained within 2-3 months of usage to replenish iron levels.
Yes, Ferrous sulfate may lead to GIT problems like nausea, stomach upsets and constipation. By having it in the food, one can ease out some of these problems.
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