Ferl Chin Capsule

Adult dose

For adults: 1 capsule once daily after meals

Child dose

For children over 12 years old: 1 capsule once daily after meals

This medication must be stored out of reach of children to prevent serious poisoning and death due to accidental overdose by children. People with allergies to this medication or its ingredients, infants under 12 months, and individuals with certain iron metabolism disorders should not use it. Additionally, patients with iron overload or specific types of anemia, those with chronic pancreatitis or liver cirrhosis should also avoid taking this medication. During treatment, it is advised not to take this medication with phosphates, calcium salts, certain antibiotics, or antacids, and to avoid tannin-containing teas, such as green tea or black tea, as well as milk or dairy products. Individuals with specific illnesses or those taking other medications, especially those with heart disease, kidney problems, or gastrointestinal disorders, should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as hives, itching, skin reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, fever, or decreased consciousness occur during treatment, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. It is crucial to strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration and to accurately identify the cause of anemia before use. Adolescents over 12 years old should take this medication under the supervision of a guardian, and it is important to consult a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms do not improve. Regular blood tests should be conducted during treatment to avoid overdose, and taking it with vitamin C may increase iron absorption. Folic acid contained in this medication should be taken with vitamin B12 for certain anemia patients, and caution is required for those with chronic alcohol abuse due to the risk of iron overload.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash along with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, breathlessness or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination issues.

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, teeth discoloration, itching, abdominal cramps, discomfort in the stomach, elevated AST, ALT, elevated ALP, hematological reactions, drowsiness, cyanosis, circulatory disorders, hyperglycemia, metabolic acidosis, elevated liver enzyme levels, pigmentation, hypernatremia, congestive heart failure, edema, coma, shock, gastrointestinal obstruction, hives, skin hypersensitivity reaction when exposed to sunlight

Drug interactions

Do not take with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracycline antibiotics, or antacids. Consult a doctor or pharmacist when taking iron-containing preparations (iron supplements, MRI liver contrast agents, etc.), anti-aldosterone agents, triamterene, quinolones, penicillamine, cholestyramine, pancreatic extracts, vitamin E, diphosphonates, thyroxine, cefdinir preparations, or ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in dosages exceeding 200 mg.

Food interactions

Avoid tannin-containing teas such as green and black tea before and after taking the medication. Also, avoid milk and dairy products during this time.

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to keep the medication at room temperature, between 1 and 30 degrees, to maintain its efficacy for a prolonged period.

Appearance

Red hard capsule containing brownish-red powder

Package unit

30 capsules/box (30 capsules/bottle), 60 capsules/box ((30 capsules/bottle)×2)