Uses | • iron deficiency anemia |
Contraindications, drug interactions or cautions | Contraindications • hemosiderosis or hemochromatosis, allergy to iron Drug interactions • antacids, bisphosphonates, calcium supplements, cholestyramine, levodopa, levothyroxine, quinolones |
Adverse Effects (common and severe) | • constipation • dark stools • heartburn • nausea • vomiting |
Instructions and dose (initial; typical) | 300mg once daily |
Monitoring | |
Source of Suggestion | Suggestion from clinicians (Added on August, 2015) |