carbonyl iron

What is the most important information I should know about carbonyl iron?

What is carbonyl iron?

Carbonyl iron is an iron replacement product. You normally get iron from the foods you eat. Iron helps your body produce red blood cells that carry oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs.

Carbonyl iron is used to treat or prevent iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.

Carbonyl iron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking carbonyl iron?

• a stomach ulcer or ulcerative colitis;
• hemochromatosis;
• hemolytic anemia; or
• anemia that is not caused by iron deficiency.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you do not have an iron deficiency. Carbonyl iron is generally not for use by people who have a normal iron balance.

Carbonyl iron tablets may contain milk. Tell your doctor if you have lactose intolerance or a milk allergy.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are breast-feeding.

How should I take carbonyl iron?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

If you need a blood transfusion, tell your caregivers that you are using carbonyl iron.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time to take next dose, skip the dose you missed and take the next regularly scheduled dose as directed. Do not take a double dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Overdose symptoms may include diarrhea, bloody or tarry stools, fever, vomiting, severe stomach pain, pale skin, blue lips or fingernails, weak but rapid pulse, shallow breathing, and seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid while taking carbonyl iron?

Avoid taking carbonyl iron within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take other medicines. Carbonyl iron can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines.

What are the possible side effects of carbonyl iron?

Common side effects may include:

• diarrhea, constipation;
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;
• tooth discoloration; or
• dark-colored bowel movements.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect carbonyl iron?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use carbonyl iron if you are also using any of the following drugs:

• an antacid;
• an antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, doxycycline, or tetracycline; or
• a stomach acid reducer such as cimetidine (Tagamet), famotidine (Pepcid), or ranitidine (Zantac).

This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with carbonyl iron, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed in this medication guide.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about carbonyl iron.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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