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Hemax medicine is a combination of multivitamins (multivitamins) and iron, indicated in the treatment or prevention of vitamin deficiencies, support in certain diseases or improving the health of pregnant women.
1. What is Hemax?
Vitamins and iron play a very important role in preventing disease and helping you to have a good health. Hemax is a multivitamin and iron product used to treat or prevent vitamin deficiencies caused by poor diet, chronic medical conditions or during pregnancy.
2. How to use Hemax
Hemax is taken by mouth, with a dose usually once a day or as specifically prescribed by a doctor. Hemax is best taken on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, taking the drug with a full glass of water (about 240 ml). If you have an upset stomach, you can take this medicine with food. Avoid taking antacids, dairy products, tea or coffee within 2 hours before or after taking Hemax as they can affect the effectiveness of treatment. After taking the medicine, do not lie down for at least 10 minutes afterwards. If you are taking the extended-release or delayed-release capsule form, be sure to swallow Hemax whole. Do not crush or chew the medicine as this may release all active ingredients at once, increasing the risk of side effects and reducing absorption. Also, do not break extended-release tablets unless they are graduated and under the direction of your doctor or pharmacist.
3. Side effects when using Hemax
Use of Hemax may lead to constipation, diarrhea or abdominal pain. These side effects are usually temporary and will most likely go away as your body adapts to the medication. The iron in Hemax can cause your stools to turn black, which is not harmful. Very rarely, a serious allergic reaction to Hemax medicine. However, contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of these signs of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling of face/tongue/throat, dizziness, trouble breathing.
4. Caution when using Hemax
Before taking Hemax, talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to its ingredients or have any other allergies. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an iron overload disorder (e.g. hemoglobinopathy, hemosiderosis), and list your medical history to your doctor or pharmacist. known, especially a history of alcohol use or abuse, and liver and gastrointestinal problems (eg, peptic ulcer disease). In case the multivitamin product you take contains folic acid, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have a vitamin B12 deficiency (pernicious anemia) before taking it. Vitamin B12 deficiency if left untreated can lead to serious neurological problems (eg, peripheral neuropathy). If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before using Hemax. The drug has the potential to pass into breast milk, so consult your doctor before starting to breastfeed.
Hemax là 1 sản phẩm chứa multivitamin và sắt, được sử dụng để điều trị hoặc ngăn ngừa sự thiếu hụt vitamin
5. Interaction between Hemax with other drugs
Drug interactions that could potentially affect how Hemax works or increase the risk of serious side effects. Some products that may interact with Hemax medicine are: Chloramphenicol , methyldopa, other vitamin/nutrient supplements. Hemax may decrease the absorption of other drugs such as bisphosphonates (eg, alendronate), levodopa, penicillamine, quinolone antibiotics (such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), thyroid drugs (eg, levothyroxine), and antithyroid drugs. tetracyclines (such as doxycycline, minocycline). Therefore, to limit interactions, take these drugs away from the time of using Hemax. Ask your doctor or prescribing pharmacist about how long you should wait between doses to adjust your dosing schedule. Before taking Hemax, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking certain anti-seizure medicines (such as phenytoin). Hemax has the potential to interfere with certain laboratory tests and lead to false results, so talk to laboratory staff and your doctors to let them know you are using this medicine.
6. Note when overdosing Hemax
Symptoms of Hemax overdose may include: Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Patients should seek medical attention if these symptoms become unusually severe. Do not share with others if your doctor has prescribed this medicine for you. Perform follow-up examinations and tests according to the doctor's schedule. This product is not a substitute for diet. It is best to get vitamins and minerals from natural foods. Maintain a balanced diet and follow the dietary guidelines recommended by your doctor. Knowing the information about the drug Hemax before use always brings positive effects as well as minimizes risks for patients. Besides, if you have any questions, customers can send questions to Vinmec International General Hospital to receive in-depth advice from a team of doctors and pharmacists with many years of experience.
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Reference source: webmd.com
