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Things to avoid while taking ferrex 150 plus I was prescribed ferrex 150 plus about a month ago. I hear and read several things you should not have while taking this medication. (drinking tea, whole wheat products, just to name a few) If this is true why doesn't the dr. and pharm... by Herschel McMillan in Lubbock, TX, 12/08/2009

ingredient questions I have been taking Niferex Forte 150 for years and just recently the manufacturer stopped making it and my physician has changed me to start taking Ferrex. What are the ingredients that make up this medication? My pharmacist sug... by Karen Himmelsbach in Morristown, NJ, 03/25/2009

Ferrex 150 my doctor prescribed ferrex 150 to increase my stored iron. medco mail prescriptions wouldn't fill the script because it could be bought without a prescription at three times the price. is there any reason I should not just take basic generic iron... by Daniel in gettysburg pa usa, 12/01/2006

Contents of ferrex 150 oral? Hi, I am wondering what vitamins are in with the iron. Also what is the reason for not eating whole grains or waiting to eat them and other foods as listed on the information provided with my prescription thank you by kelly b, 05/18/2006

Why avoid whole grain cereals while taking Ferrex Why should you avoid eating whole grain cereals 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking the capsule? Does this make the iron not obsorb as well? by Betty Scheldt in Carlinville, IL, 12/20/2005

Ferrex 150 (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information

Ferrex 150 (Oral)

Ferrex 150 (Oral) Medication Classification

IRON SUPPLEMENTS (By mouth)

Ferrex 150 (Oral) Brandname

Hemocyte, Feosol, Slow Fe, Ferro-Sequels, Fer-In-Sol, Nephro-Fer, Ferretts, Ircon, Mol-Iron, Feratab, Ferosul, Vitron-C, Vitron-C Plus, Ferromin, Elite Iron

Ferrex 150 (Oral) is used for the Treatment

Treats low blood iron or anemia by helping your body make red blood cells.

When To Not Use Ferrex 150 (Oral)

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to iron supplements, or if you have a condition called hemachromatosis (iron overload disease) or hemosiderosis (iron in the lungs), or any type of anemia that is not caused by iron deficiency.

How Should You Use Ferrex 150 (Oral)

Liquid Filled Capsule, Coated Tablet, Tablet, Capsule, Chewable Tablet, Liquid, Long Acting Capsule, Long Acting Tablet

Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to. Carefully follow your doctor's instructions about any special diet.
It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Take the medicine with a full glass or water or fruit juice. If the medicine upsets your stomach, you may take it with food.
The chewable tablet must be chewed or crushed before you swallow it.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
The oral liquid may stain your teeth. These stains can be prevented by mixing the medicine with water or other liquids (such as fruit juice, tomato juice), and drinking the medicine with a straw. To remove any iron stains, brush your teeth with baking soda or peroxide.
If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Proper Ferrex 150 (Oral) Storage

Store Ferrex 150 (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Ferrex 150 (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Ferrex 150 (Oral)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Do not take iron supplements by mouth if you are also receiving iron injections.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using phenytoin (Dilantin®), acetohydroxamic acid (Lithostat®), or antibiotics such as demeclocycline, doxycycline (Vibramycin®), Cipro®, Levaquin®, minocycline, moxifloxacin (Avelox®), Tequin®, or tetracycline.
Tell your doctor if you are using antacids (such as Maalox® or Mylanta®).
Avoid the following foods, or eat them in small amounts at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking your iron: eggs, milk, cheese, yogurt, tea or coffee, whole-grain cereals, and breads.

Ferrex 150 (Oral) Warnings

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have stomach or intestinal problems, an active infection, diabetes, porphyria, or other medical problems.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. Iron may affect the results of certain medical tests.
Iron can cause your stools to be darker in color. This is normal and is not a cause for concern.