Ferrograd

What is it?

A haematinic preparation available as sustained-release, red, film-coated capsules containing 325mg of dried ferrous sulphate (equal to 105mg of iron).

Medical Uses

Anaemia caused by iron deficiency.

Dosage

Adults, 1 capsule each day taken before a meal.

Special Care

Conditions in which tran sit of food through gut is delayed.

Avoid Use

Children, obstruction of intestine, diverticular disease, patients receiving numerous blood transfusions, haemosiderosis (increased deposits of iron in various tissues), haemochromatosis (rare metabolic disorder in which iron is deposited at excessive levels throughout the body).

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Antibiotics - tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, quinolones, penicillamine, trientene, other iron preparations not taken orally, metallic salts, antacids.

Known Side Effects

Dark stools, gastrointestinal disturbances.

Manufacturer

Abbott.