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Caution is advised in hemochromatosis or hemosiderosis (iron overload disorders), use/abuse of alcohol, liver problems, stomach/intestinal problems (like colitis or ulcer). If your brand contains folic acid in it, then be sure to inform doctor of vitamin B12 deficiency (if you have), as folic acid may produce false results of laboratory tests for vitamin B12 deficiency. Its chewable tablets have aspartame in them, which might affect people having phenylketonuria or any condition which restricts use of aspartame. Its liquid preparations can have sugar or alcohol. So, caution is advised in diabetes, alcohol dependence & liver diseases.
Uses of Ferrocite 500This medicine is basically an iron supplement which is indicated in treatment & prevention of low blood iron levels (like in anemia & pregnancy). Ferrocite 500 is an essential mineral that body requires to produce healthy red blood cells & maintain good health.
Side effects of Ferrocite 500Side effects experienced may include constipation, diarrhea, upset stomach; these effects are temporary & disappears after some time. Ferrocite 500 present may cause stool to turn black, but this effect is not harmful. A very serious allergic reaction is rare. But if symptoms of allergic arise like rash, itching, swelling (face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness & breathing difficulty; then immediately consult a doctor.
When not to use Ferrocite 500It is contraindicated in iron metabolism disorder (increased iron storage), overload of iron in blood, hemolytic anemia (red blood cells are destroyed faster than they are made), ulcer due to excess stomach acid, gastritis (stomach irritation), ulcerative colitis (inflammation and ulcers of colon & rectum), inflammatory condition of intestine, diverticular disease (small bulges form from wall of colon), repeated blood transfusions (leading to excess iron). It is also contraindicated in allergies with iron complex, iron analogues, calcium, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), cobalt, vitamin B, cobalamin & derivatives, folic acid containing drugs, docusate, zinc oxide, zinc, calcium threonate, vitamin B6 preparations-pyridoxine, vitamin D analogue, magnesium oxide & magnesium.
Expert Advice for Ferrocite 500
In pregnant females, its use should be only if necessary. So, doctor’s recommendation about its risk & benefits should be followed.
There is evidence of this medicine passing through breast milk, so its use in lactating mothers should be with a doctor’s recommendation.
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