Hemojijeong

Adult dose

Children over 8 years and adults: One tablet once a day.

Child dose

Children over 8 years and adults: One tablet once a day.

Since this medication contains iron, accidental overdose in children under 6 years old can result in severe poisoning and death, so it must be kept out of reach of children in a safe place. People with an allergic reaction to any component of this medication, infants under 12 months, or those with certain iron metabolism disorders should not take this drug. Additionally, it is advisable not to take this medication simultaneously with certain drugs such as phosphates, calcium salts, some antibiotics, and antacids, as interactions may occur. Before taking this medication, patients under one year of age, currently receiving treatment, or with gastrointestinal diseases or heart, kidney issues, or hypoproteinemia must consult a doctor or pharmacist. If any unusual symptoms such as skin rash, itching, abdominal pain, vomiting, cramps, or fever occur during use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as vomiting, swelling, and heart issues may appear, so caution is required. This medication must be taken according to the prescribed dosage and administration, and when giving to children, a guardian must supervise closely. It is advisable to avoid drinking teas containing tannins, such as green tea or black tea, before and after taking this medication. Lastly, this medication should be stored in a cool, dry place out of reach of children, and should not be transferred to other containers to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• coma
• edema (swelling)

Mild side effects

• Itching
• photosensitivity reactions
• abdominal/stomach pain
• cramps
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• fever

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with phosphates, calcium salts, oral tetracyclines, and antacids. Co-administration with aldosterone antagonists and triamterene may increase the risk of hyperkalemia, so caution is warranted.

Food interactions

This medication should be avoided before and after taking with teas containing tannins, such as green tea and black tea.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to avoid exposure to air and moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps ensure the medication's effectiveness is safely maintained.

Appearance

Red-brown rectangular film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 3)]