Ferrous Sulphate

Overview

Ferrous Sulphate used to prevent or treat low iron blood levels in iron deficiency anemia.

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Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

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Dosage

Ferrous Sulphate's dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

0 to 600 mg300 (300)24 hourlyPO

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

12 mg/kg12 (12)8 hourlyOral-

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

7.5 mg/kg7.5 (7.5)8 hourlyOral

High Risk Groups

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Warning / Precautions

Discontinue use if symptoms of intolerance appear. Occasional gastrointestinal (GI) discomfort, as nausea, may be minimized by taking it with meal. Care should be taken in the patient who may develop iron overload, such as those with the haemochromatosis, hemolytic anemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelates with tetracylines and the absorption of both products may be impaired. The absorption of drug may be impaired by the penicillamine and by antacid. Such interaction can be reduced by separating administration of each products by several hours.

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Storage Conditions

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Interference in Pathology

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Brands / Trade Names of Ferrous Sulphate

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