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Overview
CARBONYL IRON is a Schedule H drug.Carbonyl iron is an iron replacement product. You normally get iron from the foods you eat. Iron helps your body produce red blood cells that carry oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs.Iron is an important mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells and keep you in good health.
Usage
CARBONYL IRON is generally used to treat: Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron DeficiencyCARBONYL IRON can address symptoms like: Weakness (generalized), Shortness Of Breath, Head Headache, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Difficulty Concentrating, Mouth Swelling, Swollen Tongue
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: OralPrecautions
- You should not use carbonyl iron if you are allergic to it.
- Carbonyl iron tablets may contain milk. Tell your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or a milk allergy.Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Carbonyl iron may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.
- The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.
- Shake the oral suspension well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
- Do not take carbonyl iron for longer than 6 months without your doctor’s advice.
- Do not take a double dose.
- Avoid taking carbonyl iron within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take other medicines.
- Do not take this medication if you have too much iron builds, iron overload disorder, hemolytic anemia.
- Chewable tablets of this medicine may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this drug safely.
- Liquid preparations of this product may contain sugar and/or alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence, or liver disease.
Symptoms of Overdosage
CARBONYL IRON over-dosage can result in: Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Fever, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Pale Skin, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fingers Blue Colored SkinCommon Side-Effects
CARBONYL IRON : Diarrhoea, Anaphylaxis, Constipation, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Damaged Teeth Enamel, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Change In Stools, Abdomen Stomach CrampsSerious Side-Effects
CARBONYL IRON : Swollen Lymph Nodes, Joint Pain, Chest Pain, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Difficulty BreathingRare Side-Effects
CARBONYL IRON : Skin Rash, Itchy SkinTechnical Classification
CARBONYL IRON is categorized as: IRON PRODUCTS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with CARBONYL IRON as Ingredient
APLUS L CAP | VITAMIN C 30 MG, NIACINAMIDE 22.5 MG, VITAMIN E 10 IU, CARBONYL IRON 10 MG, ZINC SULFATE 10 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 2.5 MG |
CARBOPHAR SUSP | CARBONYL IRON 25 MG, ZINC 7 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 6 MCG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG |
FANTY CAP | CARBONYL IRON 92 MG, ZINC SULFATE 61.8 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 15 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1 MG |
FEZUP C CAP | CARBONYL IRON 100 MG, ZINC SULFATE 61.08 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
HAEMS P SUSP | FOLIC ACID 500 MCG, CARBONYL IRON 25 MG, ZINC 11 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 6 MCG |
IMAX CAP | CARBONYL IRON 100 MG, VITAMIN C 75 MG, ZINC 61.8 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 15 MCG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |
MENOEASE CAP | VITAMIN A 2500 IU, FOLIC ACID 500 MCG, IODINE 225 MCG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 200 IU, SELENIUM 100 MCG, MAGNESIUM 90 MG, SOY ISOFLAVONE 75 MG, CHROMIUM 65 MCG, VITAMIN C 45 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 40 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 30 MG, BIOTIN 30 MCG, VITAMIN E 30 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, ZINC 15 MG, CARBONYL IRON 12 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 10 MCG, THIAMINE 10 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 5 MG, BORON 2 MG, MANGANESE 2 MG, COPPER 1 MG |