Ferra-Cap

 
Generic Name: carbonyl iron

Brands: Elemental Iron, Feosol Caplet, Ferra-Cap

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What is the most important information I should know about Ferra-Cap?

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

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

 

What is Ferra-Cap?

· Ferra-Cap 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.

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

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

 

Who should not take Ferra-Cap?

· Do not take Ferra-Cap if you have     ·hemochromatosis,     ·hemosiderosis, or     ·hemolytic anemia.

· Ferra-Cap 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 Ferra-Cap. Generally, Ferra-Cap should not be taken chronically by individuals with a normal iron balance.

· Talk to your doctor before taking Ferra-Cap if you are pregnant.

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

 

How should I take Ferra-Cap?

· Take Ferra-Cap 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.

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

· Shake the suspension well before measuring a dose. To ensure that you get the correct dose, measure the liquid form of Ferra-Cap with a dose measuring cup or spoon, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

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

· Store Ferra-Cap 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 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 Ferra-Cap 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 Ferra-Cap?

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

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

 

What are the possible side effects of Ferra-Cap?

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

· Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur. Continue taking Ferra-Cap 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 Ferra-Cap. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

 

What other drugs will affect Ferra-Cap?

· Do not take Ferra-Cap 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), or trovafloxacin (Trovan);     ·levodopa (Larodopa, Dopar, Sinemet);     ·levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levoxyl, others);     ·methyldopa (Aldomet); or     ·penicillamine (Cuprimine).

· Ferra-Cap may decrease the absorption of the drugs listed above.

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

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

 

Where can I get more information?

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

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