iron bis glycin-Fe p-sac cmplx Oral

This medication is used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (e.g., anemia). Iron helps produce red blood cells that carry oxygen throughout the body.

How to use iron bis glycin-Fe p-sac cmplx Oral
Take this medication by mouth. It is best taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, with a full glass (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) of water. If this product upsets your stomach, take it with food or after meals, with a full glass of water. Do not lie down for 10 minutes after taking it. Follow your doctor\'s directions closely. Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
Take this product at least 2 hours before or after antacids, tetracycline, and bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate). If you are taking a quinolone antibiotic (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), consult your pharmacist for the proper time to take this medication. The iron in this product can bind to these drugs, decreasing their absorption in the bloodstream.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Remember to use it at the same time(s) each day.

Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Iron can cause the stools to turn black. This is due to unabsorbed iron and is not harmful.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of this highly unlikely but very serious side effect occurs: severe stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
In the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Before taking polysaccharide iron complex, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: certain metabolic disorders (hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis).
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: certain blood disorders (hemolytic anemia), intestinal conditions (e.g., stomach or intestinal ulcers, Crohn\'s disease, ulcerative colitis), alcohol use, liver disease.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

If you are taking this medication under your doctor\'s direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: levodopa, methyldopa, penicillamine, magnesium-containing products (e.g., vitamin supplements), thyroid medications, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin), tetracycline antibiotics, certain anti-seizure drugs (e.g., phenytoin, fosphenytoin), pyrimethamine, bisphosphonates (e.g., alendronate, risedronate).
Tell your doctor or laboratory personnel you take this drug because products that contain iron can cause false results with certain tests that check for blood in the stools.
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include unconsciousness, paleness, weak-rapid heartbeat, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or green diarrhea/tarry stools.

NOTES:
Do not share this medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood counts-CBC) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
There are many iron supplement products available. Some can be purchased without a prescription. Consult your doctor or pharmacist on the choice of a product best for you.
This medication is not a substitute for a proper diet. It is important to maintain a well-balanced diet. Foods rich in iron include beans, nuts, asparagus, oatmeal, red meat, and dried peaches.

MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Information last revised May 2010. Copyright(c) 2010 First Databank, Inc.