Uses of the drug Ferricure 150mg

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1. Uses of the drug Ferricure

Iron is a micronutrient that plays an important role in the human body, because it participates in many synthesis processes such as creating Hemoglobin, forming red blood cells responsible for carrying oxygen to organs or supporting building muscle mass. Strong muscles, healthy for the body. In addition, iron also helps improve cognitive function because the brain is supplied with enough oxygen. Boosts the production of T cells - Lymphocytes, thus improving a healthier immune system. Ferricure drug with the main active ingredient is Fe (III) which will directly add an amount of iron from 0.5-9mg to the general circulation for a healthy human body. Therefore, the drug will be indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of iron deficiency: malnutrition, recovery after surgery Iron deficiency anemia and anemia secondary to chronic blood loss Pregnant women and children Breastfeeding requires iron supplementation. Treatment of growth retardation and stunting in children

2. How to use Ferricure?

Ferricure should be taken during or immediately after a meal, the dose and duration of use depends on the degree of iron deficiency of the patient. Daily dose can be divided into small doses or used once, the reference dose is as follows:
Adults and children over 12 years old: 50mg iron/time x 2 times/day Children under 12 years old should consult a doctor In case of anemia with obvious symptoms, it is necessary to treat for about 3-5 months until the hemoglobin value returns to normal. Treatment should then be continued for several weeks at a dose indicated for latent iron deficiency to replenish iron stores.

3. Some notes when using Ferricure

Ferricure can cause some side effects such as:
Fever Constipation Dark or black stools, tarry stools Blood or streaks of blood in the stools Diarrhea Loss of appetite Severe or persistent nausea Stomach cramps, stomach pain or discomfort, vomiting Severe allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, swelling of the eyes, lips, mouth or tongue) Ferricure is contraindicated in extreme cases. Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug, anemia not caused by iron deficiency or Hemochromatosis syndrome, Hemosiderosis syndrome, ... causing high iron levels in the blood. If using Ferricure drug overdose can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric pain, ... Therefore, it is necessary to closely monitor these symptoms of the patient to detect early signs of poisoning.
When using Ferricure, it is also important to note some possible drug interactions such as:
Acid antacids can reduce iron absorption leading to reduced effectiveness of treatment Iron supplements may affect to the bioavailability of drugs such as Thyroxin, Tetracycline, Carbidopa, Levodopa, Cholestyramine,... Chloramphenicol prevents the elimination of iron in the blood plasma, thereby hindering the transport of iron into red blood cells, slowing down the process. erythropoiesis. The drug can affect the results when tested with Benzidine, so the use of Ferricure should be stopped a few days before the above indication. Ferricure 150mg drug with the main ingredient Fe(III) is effective in supplementing iron for subjects with iron deficiency due to blood loss or secondary anemia in children, adults, pregnant and lactating women. To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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