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What is Ferrous Fumarate And Folic Acid?
Ferrous fumarate is a type of iron. Folic acid (folate) is a type of vitamin B. Iron and vitamin B help your body produce and maintain healthy red blood cells.
Ferrous fumarate and folic acid is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent certain types of anemia (low red blood cells) caused by an iron or folate deficiency.
Ferrous fumarate and folic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to ferrous fumarate or folic acid, or if you have:
- iron overload syndrome;
- pernicious anemia (caused by a lack of vitamin B12); or
- hemolytic anemia (a disorder in which red blood cells are destroyed in the body faster than new ones can be produced).
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- a vitamin B12 deficiency;
- thalassemia (a genetic disorder of red blood cells); or
- a condition for which you receive regular blood transfusions.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You may need special tests before using this medicine during pregnancy.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I use Ferrous Fumarate And Folic Acid
Use Ferrous Fumarate And Folic Acid (Hemocyte-F) 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.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Take your doses at regular intervals to keep a steady amount of the drug in your body at all times.
Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
Avoid lying down for at least 10 minutes after taking the tablet.
You may take this medicine with food if it upsets your stomach.
You may need to follow a special diet while using ferrous fumarate and folic acid. Follow all instructions of your doctor or dietitian. Learn about the foods to eat or avoid to help control your condition.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
Ferrous Fumarate And Folic Acid side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- severe stomach pain or vomiting;
- cough with bloody mucus or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
- fever; or
- bloody or tarry stools.
Common side effects may include:
- heartburn, stomach pain, loss of appetite;
- nausea, vomiting;
- diarrhea, constipation; or
- a change in the color of your stools.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Ferrous Fumarate And Folic Acid?
Certain foods can make it harder for your body to absorb this medicine. For at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine:
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Do not take any vitamin or mineral supplements that your doctor has not prescribed.