Iron amino acid chelate.
Scheduling status: S0
Proprietary name (and dosage form):
FERRAMINO FORTE TABLETS 24MG
Composition:
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Each tablet/ capsule/ effervescent contains: |
%RDA |
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Iron Amino Acid Chelate 20% |
150mg |
Indications:
FerrAmino is an iron supplement.
Dosage and directions for use:
Adults and children over 12 years
FerrAmino 15 mg Tablets: Take one or two tablets daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
FerrAmino Forte 30 mg Tablets: Take one tablet daily or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Precautions, Contra-indications and Side Effects:
If you are sensitive to any of the ingredients you should not take this product.
Stop taking this product if any adverse reaction occurs.
Patients taking any other medication should consult their health care professional before taking any complementary medicine.
Keep all iron supplements out of the reach of children.
If suffering with any anaemia check with your healthcare professional as to whether it is due to an iron deficiency before taking this product.
Bone building drugs, tetracycline, quinolone antibiotics, penicillamine or thyroid hormones should not be taken within 2 hours of taking an iron supplement as the iron may decrease their absorption and effectiveness.
High intakes of other minerals particularly calcium, magnesium and zinc can interfere with iron absorption.
The most common side effects of iron are mild gastrointestinal irritation, constipation or diarrhoea and nausea. Severe iron poisoning is characterized by damage to the intestinal lining, liver failure, nausea and vomiting and shock.
In the case of accidental overdosage call a healthcare professional or ambulance immediately ensuring that the bottle or container is available.
Storage and disposal information:
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool dry place below 25°C.
If for any reason you need to dispose of this medication, please return it to your pharmacist who will dispose of it responsibly.
Presentation:
FerrAmino 15 mg Tablets - 60 tablets in a white plastic container with a pink screw-cap lid with a safety seal
FerrAmino 30 mg Forte Tablets - 30 tablets in a white plastic container with a yellow screw-cap lid with a safety seal.
Identification:
FerrAmino 15 mg Tablets - Red coloured tablet
FerrAmino 30 mg Forte Tablets - Maroon coloured tablet.
Please Note:
No medicinal claims are made for FerrAmino and all data is supplied for information only. This product is a dietary supplement and not a medicine.
Applicant:
Pinnacle Pharmaceuticals Ltd
15 Estmill Road, Diep River 7800
Tel: 021 715 5221 Fax: 021 715 8205
Website: pinpharm.co.za
Date of publication: June 2011
