Ferate
Generic name:ferrous gluconate [ FER-us-GLOO-koe-nate ]
Brand names: Ferate, Fergon
Drug class:Iron products
What is Ferate?
Ferate is a type of iron. You normally get iron from the foods you eat. In your body, iron becomes a part of your hemoglobin (HEEM o glo bin) and myoglobin (MY o glo bin). Hemoglobin carries oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs. Myoglobin helps your muscle cells store oxygen.
Ferate is used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia (a lack of red blood cells caused by having too little iron in the body).
Ferate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Ferate if you have hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, or hemolytic anemia.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Ferate if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
iron overload disorder (hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis); or
hemolytic anemia (caused by the breakdown of red blood cells).
To make sure Ferate is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
stomach ulcers or similar stomach problems;
thalassemia (a genetic disorder of red blood cells); or
if you receive regular blood transfusions.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.
Ferate is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take Ferate?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Take Ferate on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Ferate may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.
Take Ferate with a full glass of water or juice.
Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole.
Ferate can stain your teeth, but this effect is temporary. To prevent tooth staining, mix the liquid form of ferrous gluconate with water or fruit juice (not with milk) and drink the mixture through a straw. You may also clean your teeth with baking soda once per week to treat any tooth staining.
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