ferrous sulfate
Brand names: FERRUM SULPHURICUM
# Ferrous Sulfate Overview Ferrous sulfate is a medicine that contains iron, a mineral your body needs to stay healthy. Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which is a protein in your red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout your body. If you don't have enough iron, you can develop a condition called anemia, which makes you feel tired and weak. Doctors prescribe ferrous sulfate to help people who have iron deficiency anemia get the iron they need to feel better and have more energy. When taking ferrous sulfate, there are some important safety rules to follow. Always take it exactly as your doctor tells you to, and never take more than the recommended dose. Keep this medicine out of reach of children because too much iron can be dangerous, especially for kids. Some people may experience side effects like upset stomach or constipation, and if you have any concerns, you should talk to your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, make sure your doctor knows before taking ferrous sulfate. If you have any questions about this medicine or how to take it, ask your pharmacist or doctor for help.
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Check Your Medications →Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- FATIGUE3,325 reports
- DIARRHOEA3,101 reports
- NAUSEA2,746 reports
- DYSPNOEA2,724 reports
- DEATH2,345 reports
- OFF LABEL USE2,306 reports
- ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY2,070 reports
- ANAEMIA1,967 reports
- PNEUMONIA1,944 reports
- HEADACHE1,922 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
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