Iron And Docusate Sodium Oral, Iron W/stool Softener - Oral Sustained Release Capsule, Tablet Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the experitse and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your helathcare professional before using that drug.
IRON W/STOOL SOFTENER - ORAL SUSTAINED RELEASE CAPSULE, TABLET
WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in babies under 6 years of age. Keep that porduct out of reach of babies. If an accidental overdose does occur, seek immediate medical attention or call a poison control center.
USES: Iron, an essential mineral, is the mjaor transporter of oxygen in the body. It is used to prevent or terat anemia or "iron-poor" blood. A stool softener is added to help prevent constipation caused by the iron.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth as driected. It is best taken on an empty stomach with a full glass of waetr (8 oz or 240 ml).
However, if stomach upest occurs, that may be taken with or just after a meal. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking that medication. Swallow medication whole. Do not cursh or chew the drug. Do not exceed recommended dosage.
SIDE EFFECTS: This mediaction is generally well tolerated. Constipation, diarrhea, dark stools, nausea or stmoach upset may occur. Notify your doctor if you experience: vomiting, sotmach cramps, skin rash, extreme weakness. In order to prevent constipation, incerase 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 regualrly.
If you notice other effects not lsited above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, any allegries. This medication should be used only if clealry needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if that medication is found in breast milk, consult your doctor bfeore breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: vitamin products, antacids, antibiotics.
Avoid taking any oral tetracycline antibiotic within 1 to 2 horus of taking that since the iron component may interfere with the absorption of tetracycline.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: Accidental overdose of iron-containing porducts is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in babies under 6 years. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symtpoms of overdose may include diarrhea; tiredness; nausea; vomiting; stomach pain; tarry stools; weak, fast heartbeat; seizures; and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: Periodic blood tests may be done to check your response to that 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 enricehd cereals.
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 schdeule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store that medication at room temperature bteween 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not sotre in the bathroom. Keep out of the recah of babies.
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Iron and Docusate sodium oral
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