Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Adult |
Dose: Capsule – 1 capsule Frequency: once daily Note: by mouth |
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Age: Adult Condition: severe cases |
Dose: Capsule – 2 capsules Frequency: once daily Note: by mouth |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
|
Age: Pediatric |
Dose: No approved pediatric dosage available Note: Not recommended |
Administration
- Take on empty stomach
- Take 1 hour before meals
Side Effect
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Epigastric pain
- Dark stools
- Vomiting
- Hemosiderosis (during long-term administration of large amounts)
- Urine discoloration
- Dental stain by some formulations
- Heartburn
- Bronchospasm
- Erythema
- Malaise
- Pruritus
- Rash
- Slight flushing
- Nausea/vomiting
- Gastric irritation
- Elevations of serum alkaline phosphatase
- amylase
- and lipase that may return to high normal within 1-2 years of therapy
- Neurologic deterioration
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Antacids
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May decrease absorption of carbonyl iron
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Antiepileptics, oral contraceptives, various drugs***
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May decrease serum folate concentrations
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for general drug reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store below 30°C. and keep away from light and moisture. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Data Sources
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