Niferex Elixir Generic Name: polysaccaride-iron complex Brand Name: Niferex Elixir side effects drug center niferex elixir (polysaccaride-iron complex) drug Related Drugs BiferaRx Feraheme Niferex Tablets NuFera Nulecit PROFESSIONAL CONSUMER SIDE EFFECTS Contents Drug Description Indications & Dosage Side Effects & Drug Interactions Warnings & Precautions Overdosage & Contraindications Clinical Pharmacology Medication Guide Drug Description Niferex® Elixir (polysaccaride-iron complex) (polysaccharide-iron complex as cell-contracted akaganéite) DESCRIPTION HIGH POTENCY IRON SUPPLEMENT dye free sugar free 8 fl oz (236 mL) Supplement Facts Serving Size 1 tsp Servings Per Container 48 Amount Per Teaspoon % Daily Value Iron (elemental) 100 mg 560% Other ingredients:Sorbitol, alcohol 10%, caramel, hydrochloric acid, purified water. May also contain: sodium hydroxide. Iron is best absorbed on an empty stomach; however, occasional gastrointestinal discomfort (such as nausea) may be minimized by taking with meals. Iron-containing medication may occasionally cause black stools, constipation, or diarrhea, which is usually transient and self-limiting. Indications & Dosage INDICATIONS Use for treatment of uncomplicated iron deficiency anemias. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION SHAKE WELL 12 years and over: 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls daily 6 to 12 years: 1 teaspoonful daily Under 6 years: As directed by physician HOW SUPPLIED 8 fl oz (236 mL) NDC 64011-160-05 DO NOT PURCHASE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING Store at controlled room temperature 15°- 30° C (59°- 86° F). Questions? 1-877-567-7676. Mktd. by Ther-Rx Corp. St. Louis, MO 63044. 03/05. FDA Rev date: n/a Side Effects & Drug Interactions SIDE EFFECTS No information provided. DRUG INTERACTIONS No information provided. Warnings & Precautions WARNINGS WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. PRECAUTIONS No information provided. Overdosage & Contraindications OVERDOSE No information provided. CONTRAINDICATIONS No information provided. Clinical Pharmacology CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY No information provided. Medication Guide PATIENT INFORMATION No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS section.
