Anemias:
Indications for: Ferrous sulfate elixir
Iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.
Adult Dosage:
May mix with water or fruit juice. 5mL once daily.
Children Dosage:
<12yrs: consult physician.
Ferrous sulfate elixir Contraindications:
Hemochromatosis. Hemosiderosis.
Ferrous sulfate elixir Warnings/Precautions:
Monitor hemoglobin, hematocrit, reticulocyte count periodically. Elderly.
See Also:
Ferrous sulfate elixir Interactions:
Inhibits tetracycline absorption.
Adverse Reactions:
Nausea, abdominal discomfort and pain, constipation, diarrhea, masks occult bleeding, black stools, tooth discoloration (elixir).
How Supplied:
Tabs—120; Caplets—60; Elixir—contact supplier
