Monograph Details
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Hematology
> Anemias
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FEOSOL CAPLETS |
| Manufacturer |
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GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Generic Name |
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Iron 50mg (as carbonyl). |
| Also |
• FEOSOL
• FEOSOL ELIXIR
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| Indications |
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Iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. |
| Children |
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Individualize. May mix with water or fruit juice. |
| Adults |
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1 tab or 1 caplet or 5mL daily. |
| Contraindications |
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Hemochromatosis. Hemosiderosis. |
| Precautions |
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Monitor hemoglobin, hematocrit, reticulocyte count periodically. Elderly. |
| Interactions |
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Inhibits tetracycline absorption. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Nausea, abdominal discomfort and pain, constipation, diarrhea, masks occult bleeding, black stools, tooth discoloration (elixir). |
| How Supplied |
Tabs, caplets—30, 60
Elixir—16oz |
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