Feromax Liquid (Polymaltose Hydroxide Iron Complex)

Adult dose

Take 100 mg of iron once a day. Administer before meals, during meals, or after meals.

Child dose

Children aged 12 years and older: 50 mg per dose, twice a day. Children aged 1 year to under 12 years: 50 mg per dose, 1 to 2 times a day. Children under 1 year: iron at 1 dose.

This medication can cause severe poisoning if taken in excess by children, so it should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. People who are allergic to the ingredients in this medication or have certain illnesses should not take it. For example, those with iron metabolism disorders or specific types of anemia may experience health issues from this medication. During the intake of this medication, do not take it together with drugs like phosphates, calcium salts, certain antibiotics, and antacids. These substances can reduce the effectiveness of this medication. It is advisable to avoid consuming green tea, black tea, milk, and dairy products when taking this medication or before and after administration, as these foods can interfere with the absorption of the drug. If you are currently undergoing other treatments or have certain gastrointestinal diseases, heart, or kidney problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever occur during intake, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. This medication must be used according to the prescribed dosage and administration, and supervision from a guardian is required when administered to children. If symptoms do not improve after a month of use, consult a doctor. During usage, blood tests should be conducted to monitor the condition and prevent overdose. Store this medication in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep it in a safe place out of reach of children. To maintain quality, it is recommended not to transfer it to a different container.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness → severe allergic reaction.
• Severe rash accompanied by fever, blisters, peeling of the skin, pain in oral/eye mucosa → severe skin adverse reactions.
• Symptoms of liver abnormality (jaundice).
• Severe swelling or changes in urination.
• Toxicity symptoms: hemorrhagic gastritis, shock, vascular collapse, convulsions, coma, apnea, pyloric obstruction.
• Severe swelling or changes in urination.
• Serious issues due to overdose.

Mild side effects

• Abdominal pain
• stomach cramps
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• nausea
• loss of appetite
• constipation
• black stools
• discoloration of teeth
• stomach discomfort

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, antacids, iron-containing preparations, anti-aldosterone agents, triamterene, diphosphonic acid salts, thyroxine, cefdinir preparations, quinolones, penicillamine, cholestyramine, pancreatic extracts, vitamin E preparations, and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in doses greater than 200 mg without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided with tannin-containing teas, such as green tea and black tea, as well as milk and dairy products during and before and after administration.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and kept in a cool place at indoor temperatures between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A thick brown liquid with an apple flavor

Package unit

30 sachets/box [5mL/sachet x 30]