Feostat

 
Generic Name: ferrous fumarate

Brands: Femiron, Feostat, Ferret, Fumasorb, Hemocyte, Ircon, Nephro-Fer

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What is the most important information I should know about Feostat?

· Keep this medication out of the reach of children. An accidental overdose of iron by a child can be fatal.

· Feostat may decrease the absorption of other medicines. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking Feostat if you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

 

What is Feostat?

· Feostat is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.

· Feostat is used as a dietary supplement, and to prevent and to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.

· Feostat may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

 

Who should not take Feostat?

· Do not take Feostat if you have     ·hemochromatosis,     ·hemosiderosis, or     ·hemolytic anemia.

· Feostat may be dangerous if you have any of the conditions listed above.

· If you do not have an iron deficiency, talk to your doctor about the use of Feostat. Generally, Feostat should not be taken chronically by individuals with a normal iron balance.

· Talk to your doctor before taking Feostat if you are pregnant.

· Talk to your doctor before taking Feostat if you are breast-feeding a baby.

 

How should I take Feostat?

· Take Feostat exactly as directed by your doctor, or as directed on the package. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

· Take each tablet with a full glass of water.

· Chew the chewable forms of Feostat completely before swallowing.

· Shake the suspension well before measuring a dose. To ensure you get the correct dose, use a dose-measuring cup or spoon, not a regular table spoon to measure the dose. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

· Mix the liquid forms of Feostat with water, juice, or another beverage as directed and drink the mixture through a straw to prevent staining of the teeth.

· Take Feostat on an empty stomach for best results. If stomach upset occurs, take Feostat with food or following a meal.

· Feostat may decrease the absorption of other medicines. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking Feostat if you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

· Store Feostat at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.

· Keep this medication out of the reach of children. An accidental overdose of iron by a child can be fatal.

 

What happens if I miss a dose?

· Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time to take the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take the next regularly scheduled dose as directed. Do not take a double dose.

 

What happens if I overdose?

· Seek emergency medical attention.

· Symptoms of a Feostat overdose include decreased energy; nausea; vomiting; abdominal pain; tarry stools; a weak, rapid pulse; fever; coma; seizures; and death.

 

What should I avoid while taking Feostat?

· Keep this medication out of the reach of children. An accidental overdose of iron by a child can be fatal.

· Feostat may decrease the absorption of other medicines. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking Feostat if you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

 

What are the possible side effects of Feostat?

· If you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives), stop taking Feostat and seek emergency medical attention.

· Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur. Continue taking Feostat and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience     ·stomach upset,     ·nausea or vomiting,     ·constipation,     ·diarrhea,     ·black or darker than normal appearing stools, or     ·temporary staining of the teeth.

· Side effects other than those listed here may also occur with Feostat. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

 

What other drugs will affect Feostat?

· Do not take Feostat within 2 hours of a dose of any of the following medicines     ·a tetracycline antibiotic such as tetracycline (Achromycin, Sumycin), minocycline (Minocin, Dynacin), doxycycline (Vibramycin, Monodox), demeclocycline (Declomycin), oxytetracycline (Terramycin), or troleandomycin (TAO);      ·a fluoroquinolone antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro), enoxacin (Penetrex) ofloxacin (Floxin), norfloxacin (Noroxin), levofloxacin (Levaquin), lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), grepafloxacin (Raxar), sparfloxacin (Zagam), and trovafloxacin (Trovan);     ·levodopa (Larodopa, Dopar, Sinemet);     ·levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levoxyl, others);     ·methyldopa (Aldomet); or     ·penicillamine (Cuprimine).

· Feostat may decrease the absorption of the drugs listed above.

· Do not take antacids within 2 hours of a dose of Feostat. Antacids may decrease the absorption of Feostat.

· Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Feostat. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines while taking Feostat.

 

Where can I get more information?

· Your pharmacist has additional information about Feostat written for health professionals that you may read.

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