Pronunciation: EYE-urn/sux-IN-ic AS-id/VYE-ta-min C/VYE-ta-min B 12/DES-ih-kay-ted STUH-mak SUB-stans
Generic Name: Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance
Brand Name: Examples include Anemagen and Chromagen
Accidental overdose of products that contain iron is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children younger than 6 years old. Keep this and all medicines out of the reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, call the poison control center or a doctor at once.
Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance is used for:
Treating certain types of anemia that can be helped by increasing the amount of iron in the body (eg, anemia caused by pregnancy, blood loss, low dietary iron, metabolic disease, surgery). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance is a combination of vitamins and minerals. It works by replacing iron in the body.
Do NOT use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance
- you have too much iron in your body (eg, hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:
Some medical conditions may interact with Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have another type of anemia (eg, hemolytic anemia, megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia)
- if you have stomach or bowel problems (eg, Crohn disease, inflammation, ulcer), metabolism problems, porphyria, or a blood disease (eg, thalassemia)
- if you have had multiple blood transfusions
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Doxycycline, penicillamine, or thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:
Use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
- Swallow Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
- Take Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL). Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance.
- If you also take antacids, bisphosphonates (eg, etidronate), cephalosporins (eg, cefdinir), doxycycline, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), levodopa, methyldopa, penicillamine, quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), tetracyclines (eg, minocycline), or thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine), ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take them with Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance.
- If you miss a dose of Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance.
Important safety information:
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- Do not take large doses of vitamins while you take Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance unless your doctor tells you to.
- Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance may cause your stools to darken. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
- Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance may interfere with certain lab tests, such as tests used to check for blood in the stool. Make sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance.
- Lab tests, including blood counts and iron levels, may be performed while you use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance while you are pregnant. Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; darkened or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; severe or persistent vomiting or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include black, tarry stools; chest pain; coma; dizziness; fast heartbeat; fever; increased or decreased urination; increased thirst or hunger; seizures; severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain; shortness of breath; sluggishness; trouble breathing; unusual tiredness or drowsiness; unusually pale skin; weak pulse.
Proper storage of Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:
Store Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
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