Volgre Capsule (Iron-Acetyltransferin)

Adult dose

Adults: Take 40 ㎎ of iron per dose, 1 to 2 times daily, avoiding mealtimes.

This medication can cause severe poisoning and death if accidentally ingested in large amounts by children, so it should be stored in a safe place out of the reach of children. Individuals who are allergic to this medication or its ingredients, infants under 12 months old, or those with certain iron metabolism disorders should not take this medication. People with iron utilization issues or certain types of anemia, chronic pancreatitis, cirrhosis, and other diseases should also avoid this medication. Individuals with genetic disorders that prevent lactose breakdown should not take this medication. During treatment with this medication, it should not be taken together with phosphates, calcium salts, certain antibiotics, antacids, etc. It is advisable to avoid teas containing tannins, such as green tea and black tea, as well as milk and dairy products before and after taking this medication. Patients who are undergoing treatment, have gastrointestinal diseases, heart and kidney function disorders, or are taking other iron supplements or certain medications should consult a physician or pharmacist. If unusual symptoms such as skin rash, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or fever appear during treatment, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. The prescribed dosage must be strictly followed, and treatment should only be initiated after accurately identifying the causes of anemia. If symptoms do not improve after taking the medication for over a month, seek advice from a specialist. During treatment, check the condition through blood tests, avoid overdose, and spacing meals from taking the medication can help with absorption. Taking vitamin C of 200mg or more may increase iron absorption. When storing, keep it in a closed container away from direct sunlight in a cool, dry place, and ensure it is out of reach of children. Do not transfer the medication to another container, and avoid misuse or abuse.

• hives
• itching
• skin hypersensitivity upon sun exposure
• abdominal and gastric pain
• gastric cramps
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• fever
• coma
• elevated AST

Drug interactions

This medicine should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, antacids, iron-containing preparations, anti-aldosterone agents, triamterene, quinolones, penicillamine, neomycin, cholestyramine, pancreatic extract, vitamin E, diphosphonate salts, thyroxine, cefdinir preparations, and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in doses greater than 200 mg. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if any of these are needed.

Food interactions

This medicine should be avoided when taking tannin-containing teas such as green tea and black tea, as well as milk and dairy products, during or shortly before or after administration.

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air exposure and is safely stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

This medicine is a red hard capsule containing a reddish-brown powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle, 60 capsules/box [30 capsules/bottle X 2]