Ferrous fumarate and folic acid

Generic name: ferrous fumarate and folic acid [ FER-us-FUE-ma-rate-and-FOE-lik-AS-id ]
Brand names: Ed Cyte F, Hematinic with Folic Acid, Hemocyte-F, Nephro-Fer RX, Equi-Cyte F, Ircon-FA, Ferrocite F
Dosage form: oral tablet (324 mg-1 mg)
Drug classes:Iron products, Vitamin and mineral combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on May 19, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is ferrous fumarate and folic acid?

Ferrous fumarate is a type of iron. Folic acid (folate) is a type of vitamin B. Iron and vitamin B help your body produce and maintain healthy red blood cells.

Ferrous fumarate and folic acid is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent certain types of anemia (low red blood cells) caused by an iron or folate deficiency.

Ferrous fumarate and folic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Seek emergency medical attention if a child has accidentally swallowed a tablet. An overdose of iron can be fatal to a young child.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use ferrous fumarate and folic acid if you are allergic to ferrous fumarate or folic acid, or if you have:

• iron overload syndrome;

• pernicious anemia (caused by a lack of vitamin B12); or

• hemolytic anemia (a disorder in which red blood cells are destroyed in the body faster than new ones can be produced).

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• a vitamin B12 deficiency;

• thalassemia (a genetic disorder of red blood cells); or

• a condition for which you receive regular blood transfusions.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. You may need special tests before using this medicine during pregnancy.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

How should I take ferrous fumarate and folic acid?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.

Take your doses at regular intervals to keep a steady amount of the drug in your body at all times.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

Avoid lying down for at least 10 minutes after taking the tablet.

You may take this medicine with food if it upsets yo...