Anemias:
Indications for: ICAR-C
Iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.
Adult Dosage:
1 tab once daily.
Children Dosage:
Use Ped Susp. 15mg (of iron) once daily.
ICAR-C Contraindications:
Hemochromatosis. Hemosiderosis.
ICAR-C Warnings/Precautions:
Folic acid may mask pernicious anemia. Monitor hemoglobin, hematocrit, reticulocyte count periodically. Elderly.
See Also:
ICAR-C Interactions:
Inhibits tetracycline absorption. Aluminum- or magnesium-containing antacids inhibit iron absorption.
Adverse Reactions:
Nausea, abdominal discomfort and pain, constipation, diarrhea, masks occult bleeding, black stools.
How Supplied:
Tabs—100
Ped Susp—4oz (w. dosing syringe)
