FERROUS GLUCONATE

Overview

FERROUS GLUCONATE is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.
Ferrous gluconate is a type of iron. You normally get iron from the foods you eat.This medication is an iron supplement used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (e.g., for anemia or during pregnancy). Iron is an important mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells and keep you in good health.

Usage

FERROUS GLUCONATE is generally used to treat: Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency
FERROUS GLUCONATE can address symptoms like: Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Restless Or Irritability, Head Headache, Hair Loss, Shortness Of Breath

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 < 18yrs

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

FERROUS GLUCONATE is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use ferrous gluconate if you have hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, or hemolytic anemia.
  • You should not use ferrous gluconate if you are allergic to it.Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Take ferrous gluconate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Ferrous gluconate may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.
  • Take ferrous gluconate with a full glass of water or juice.
  • 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 crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole.
  • Ferrous gluconate can stain your teeth, but this effect is temporary. To prevent tooth staining, mix the liquid form of ferrous gluconate with water or fruit juice (not with milk) and drink the mixture through a straw. You may also clean your teeth with baking soda once per week to treat any tooth staining.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Ask your doctor before using any vitamin or mineral supplement, or an antacid.
  • Use only the type of antacid or supplements that your doctor recommends.
  • Avoid taking antacids or antibiotics within 2 hours before or 2 hours after taking ferrous gluconate.It should not to be used in premature infants.
  • 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

FERROUS GLUCONATE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Vomit, Nausea, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Cold, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slow Or Irregular Breathing

Common Side-Effects

FERROUS GLUCONATE : Diarrhoea, Heartburn, Constipation, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Change In Stools, Damaged Teeth Enamel, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Black (tar) Colored Stools

Serious Side-Effects

FERROUS GLUCONATE : Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Disease Interactions

FERROUS GLUCONATE can interfere with: Hemoglobinopathy, Achlorhydria, Peptic Ulcer, Colitis

Technical Classification

FERROUS GLUCONATE is categorized as: IRON PRODUCTS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with FERROUS GLUCONATE as Ingredient

FERATE TABFERROUS GLUCONATE
FERTISURE F CAPSELENIUM 100 MCG, FERROUS GLUCONATE 25 MG, ASTAXANTHIN 8 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 7.5 MCG, ZINC 7.5 MG, L-ARGININE 5 MG, PYRIDOXINE 1.5 MG, LYCOPENE 1 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.5 MG
FERTIWISH F TABLYCOPENE , CYANOCOBALAMIN , L-ARGININE , FOLIC ACID , FERROUS GLUCONATE , ASTAXANTHIN , PYRIDOXINE , SELENIUM , ZINC
GYNAE CVP CAPCALCIUM LACTATE 300 MG, CITRUS BIOFLAVONOID 150 MG, VITAMIN C 75 MG, FERROUS GLUCONATE 67 MG, MENADIONE 0.66 MG
IROSS CAPFERROUS GLUCONATE , DIOCTYLSODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE
J P TONE SYPFERROUS GLUCONATE 200 MG, NIACINAMIDE 22.5 MG, VITAMIN B 2.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 2.5 MCG, D-PANTHENOL 2.5 MG, THIAMINE(VITAMIN B1) 2.25 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG
MULMIN PLUSVITAMIN A 1500 MCG, FERROUS GLUCONATE 50 MG, VITAMIN C 50 MG, VITAMIN E 50 MG, ZINC 40 MG, NIACINAMIDE 20 MG, PANTOTHENIC ACID 10 MG, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 10 MCG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 5 MCG, RIBOFLAVIN 2 MG, THIAMINE 2 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 2 MG, FOLIC ACID 0.25 MG
MULMIN SYR SYRVITAMIN A 1600 IU, VIT D3 CHOLECALCIFEROL 400 IU, NIACINAMIDE 10 MG, ZINC SULFATE 8.8 MG/ML, FERROUS GLUCONATE 3 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 2 MCG, RIBOFLAVIN 1.5 MG, THIAMINE 1.5 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1 MG
PROTINEX PWDVITAMIN A 1600 IU, VITAMIN D3 100 IU, FOLIC ACID 50 MCG, VITAMIN C 25 MG, PROTEIN HYDROLYSATE 16.8 GM, NIACINAMIDE 15 MG, BIOTIN 10 MCG, VITAMIN E 5 IU, MALT EXTRACT 4.8 GM, THIAMINE 1 MG, RIBOFLAVIN 1.37 MG, D-PANTHENOL 1 MG, FERROUS GLUCONATE 0.56 MG/GM, CHOLINE BITARTRATE 0.15 GM, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE 0.4 GM, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 0.5 MG, VITAMIN K 0.13 GM, CYANOCOBALAMIN 0.5 MCG
RB TONE CAPFERROUS GLUCONATE 259 MG, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE DIBASIC ANHYDROUS 100 MG, ZINC SULFATE 33 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 2.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 2.5 MG
RB TONE SYPFERROUS GLUCONATE 129.5 MG, CALCIUM LACTATE 15 MG/ML, CYANOCOBALAMIN 1.25 MCG, FOLIC ACID 0.25 MG
ZOVIT-M SYRFERROUS GLUCONATE 50 MG, L-LYSINE 10 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 5 MCG, RIBOFLAVIN 2.5 MG, THIAMINE 2.5 MG, L-GLUTAMATE 2 MG/ML, PYRIDOXINE 1 MG