Description
Iron Pills Dosage Directions
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Iron Pills dosage depends on your clinical condition and iron requirement of body. Iron Pills are usually taken on an empty stomach either before 1 hour or after 2 hours of meal, with water (can also be taken with meals).
Dosage per day
The usual prescribed dosage of Iron pills in adults is one pill per day, while the recommended daily allowance (RDAs) of iron in adults ranges from 1 mg/day-18 mg/day and pregnant women is 27 mg/day.
Iron Pills Storage
Iron pills are stored at room temperature (25 degree Celsius) away from moisture, heat and direct light. They should be kept in air tight container, away from children and pets.
Iron Pills Side effects
Common side effects of Iron Pills include
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Heartburn, constipation, diarrhea,
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Stomach cramps or upset,
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Dark colored stools and teeth discoloration.
Serious side effects of Iron Pills include
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Severe dizziness, trouble in breathing,
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Bloody stools, iron toxicity
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Severe allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching and swelling of face, lips and throat.
Iron Pills Precautions to be followed
Do not take this drug with food or other medications.
Avoid taking Iron Pills with tea or coffee, dairy products and antacids, as they decrease its effectiveness. Consult your medical professional if you have any medical history.
Do not take Iron Pills if you are allergic to any of its components or suffer from iron overload disorder, diabetes and complications of liver, stomach and intestine.
Iron Pills Benefits
Iron pills are found to be very effective for anemia caused by chronic disease and iron deficiency. They are also to treat heart failure, learning problems and coughs caused by ACE inhibitors.
