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Hemarexin is made in the form of an oral solution, with the main ingredients being iron, manganese and copper. The drug is indicated in the treatment and prevention of anemia.
1. What is the use of Hemarexin?
Each 10ml tube of Hemarexin contains: Fe gluconate equivalent to 50mg iron + Mn gluconate equivalent to 1.33mg manganese + Cu gluconate equivalent to 0.7mg copper + excipients. With the composition of trace elements necessary for human life, Hemarexin is used to treat and prevent anemia.
Specifically, iron is an important structural component of blood. Most of the iron in the human body is contained in hemoglobin (hemoglobin of red blood cells) and myoglobin combines with oxygen in the lungs to form oxyhemoglobin, which carries oxygen to tissues and cells throughout the body. From there, it performs the respiratory function, receiving CO2 back to the lungs and excreting it. In addition, iron is also an indispensable component of some enzymes, especially immune system enzymes, enhancing the body's resistance.
Manganese and copper help increase bone mass, prevent osteoporosis, fight free radicals, prevent cancer and stimulate immunity, reduce swelling and inflammation of joints. In addition, copper combined with iron also increases the effect of anemia treatment.
Indications for use of Hemarexin:
Prophylaxis of anemia for pregnant mothers; Treatment of iron deficiency anemia in adults, children and infants; Treatment of anemia for people with a lot of blood loss, women with menorrhagia, not absorbing enough iron from food. Contraindications to the use of Hemarexin:
Patients are sensitive to the ingredients and excipients in the drug; People with iron excess, iron-contaminated blood; Patients with intolerance to oral iron.
2. How to use and dose of Hemarexin
Usage: Orally. Patients can give Hemarexin into a clean cup, drink it directly or dilute it with clean water. Children can dilute the medicine with sugar to make it easier to take. Users should take the drug about 30 minutes before a meal to avoid the interaction of food with the drug. After taking the drug, the patient should swallow it, avoid holding the medicine in the mouth for a long time because it will increase the risk of black teeth.
In addition, in the course of taking the drug, the patient should pay attention to follow a healthy diet rich in iron, vitamins and minerals; have a reasonable working and resting regime; do not use stimulants such as coffee, beer, alcohol, tea; participate in many physical and sports activities every day.
Dosage:
Treatment dose:
Adults: Take 2 - 4 ampoules/day, 1 tube each time; Children and infants: Dosage depends on body weight, can be from 5-10mg iron/kg/day. Prophylactic dose: Pregnant women take 1 ampoule/day.
Overdose: When using an overdose of Hemarexin, patients may experience some symptoms such as fatigue, frequent bowel movements, abdominal pain, vomiting, pale skin, cyanosis, shortness of breath, ... even death. When a patient has abnormal signs that suggest an overdose, it is necessary to quickly bring the patient to the hospital immediately for timely treatment.
Missed dose: If you forget to take a dose of Hemarexin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, you should skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the originally scheduled time.
3. Side effects of the drug Hemarexin
When using Hemarexin, patients may experience some side effects such as: Abdominal pain, vomiting, acne, burning, constipation, black stools, a lot of bowel movements, ... If you have unusual symptoms, you should immediately notify your doctor to receive appropriate advice.
4. Be careful when using Hemarexin
Some notes patients need to remember before and while taking Hemarexin:
If the patient takes Hemarexin before eating and feels nausea or vomiting, the drug can be taken with meals to reduce the risk of irritation. response; Hemarexin should be used with caution in patients with suspected gastric ulcer, chronic ulcerative colitis, ileitis, decreased biliary excretion (especially cholestatic liver disease); Do not take Hemarexin for more than 6 months, consult your doctor if using it for a long time; After taking the drug Hemarexin should not drink tea because this will reduce the bioavailability of the drug; It is recommended to check the expiration date and quality of Hemarexin by visual inspection before use; Hemarexin is for oral use only, not for injection. The drug is contained in a 10ml glass tube, so it is necessary to use it gently and carefully to avoid the risk of the tube breaking and causing scratches; Pregnant women are recommended by doctors to use Hemarexin to supplement the amount of iron needed by the body; Breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Hemarexin to ensure the safety of both mother and baby.
5. Hemarexin drug interactions
Some drug interactions of Hemarexin include: Ofloxacin, norfloxacin, ciprofloxacin, Ca carbonate, Na carbonate, Mg trisilicate, Tetracycline, tea, Penicillamine, carbidopa/levodopa, methyldopa, thyroid hormone, quinolone, Zn salt,... when concurrent use.
Before using Hemarexin, the patient should report to the doctor about his medical condition, the drugs he is using to prevent the risk of drug interactions. When taking medication, patients should strictly follow the doctor's instructions to always achieve the best therapeutic effect.
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