Generic name:ascorbic acid and iron polysaccharide [ as-KORE-bik-AS-id-and-EYE-urn-SAK-a-ride ]
Drug class:Iron products
What is Niferex?
.Niferex contains a combination of ascorbic acid and iron polysaccharide. Ascorbic acid is important for the skin and connective tissues, for normal chemical and hormonal production, and for the immune system. Iron polysaccharide is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
Niferex is a dietary iron supplement, and is used to prevent and to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.
Niferex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not take more Niferex than is prescribed for you or than is directed on the package.
Keep this product out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Niferex may decrease the absorption of other medicines. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking this medicine if you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
Before taking this medicine
If you do not have an iron deficiency, talk to your doctor about the use of Niferex. Generally, ascorbic acid and iron polysaccharide should not be taken chronically by individuals with a normal iron balance.
To make sure you can safely take Niferex, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
diabetes;
hemosiderosis;
hemolytic anemia;
hemochromatosis;
kidney disease or an increased risk.
