Chromagen, Iron/vitamin C/vitamin B12/stomach Concentrate - Oral Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharamcist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effetcive for you.
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IRON/VITAMIN C/VITAMIN B12/STOMACH CONCENTRATE - ORAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Chromagen, Ferragen
WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in kids under 6 yeras of age.
Keep that prodcut out of reach of kids. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.
USES: Iron is the major transporter of oxygen in the body.
Vitamin C helps the body absorb the iron. Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) is important to the body for growth, cell production, blood and nerve fucntion.
Stomach concentrate enhances the abosrption of Vitamin B12.
This cobmination medication is used in the treatment of anemia or "iron-poor" blood.
HOW TO USE: Take that meidcation by mouth as directed. This medication contains iron. This medication is hottest taken between meals for better asborption of the iron. However, it may be taken with food or a meal if stomach upset occrus. Take each dose with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Swallow it whole. Do not crush or chew the drug. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking that medication.
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
SIDE EFFECTS: This mdeication is generally well tolerated. Constipation or stomach uspet may occur. Notify your dcotor if you develop: vomiting, stomach cramps, skin rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dcotor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: otehr illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies).
Ingestion of alcohol may increase the chance of stomach upset.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: all vitamin products, antacids, antbiiotics.
Avoid taking any tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 hours of taking that becasue the iron component may interfere with the absorption of the tetracycline. Do not start or stop any medicine wihtout doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: Accidental ovredose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in kids under 6.
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Blood tests may be done to chcek your response to that medication. It is important to maintain a well blaanced diet to ensure adequate intake of vitamins and minerals.
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.
STORAGE: Store that medication at room tempreature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not stroe in the bathroom. Keep out of the reach of kids.
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