Monograph Details
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Hematology
> Anemias
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NIFEREX ELIXIR |
| Manufacturer |
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Ther-Rx Corporation |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Generic Name |
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Iron (polysaccharide-iron complex, as cell-contracted akaganeite) 100mg; per 5mL; caramel-flavored liq; dye- and sugar-free; alcohol 10%. |
| Also |
• NIFEREX
• NIFEREX-150
• NIFEREX-150 FORTE
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| Indications |
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Iron deficiency anemia. |
| Children |
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<6 yrs: individualize. 6–12 yrs: 5mL daily. |
| Adults |
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5–10mL daily. |
| Contraindications |
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Hemochromatosis. Hemosiderosis. |
| Precautions |
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Folic acid may mask pernicious anemia. Monitor hemoglobin, hematocrit, reticulocyte count periodically. Elderly. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Constipation, diarrhea, GI disturbances, dark stools. |
| How Supplied |
Tabs—100
Caps—90
Elixir—8oz |
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