Ferium Chewable Tablet

Ferium Chewable Tablet is a chewable iron and vitamin supplement that contains elemental iron and folic acid in each tablet as labelled. It belongs to the hematinic/nutritional supplement category and is used to help prevent or treat iron deficiency and folate deficiency, especially when increased needs are present. Ferium Chewable Tablet may be recommended during pregnancy, after blood loss, or when diet alone is not enough to restore healthy red blood cell production.

How it works: Elemental iron helps the body make hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen, while folic acid supports the formation of healthy red blood cells and new DNA. Because Ferium Chewable Tablet is chewed, it is taken as a tablet that is broken down in the mouth before swallowing, which can make it easier for some people to use.

Ferium Chewable Tablet is the chewable tablet strength in this line, so it is meant for people who can take and properly chew a solid tablet rather than a liquid or kit form. Compared with Ferium D3 Tablet, Ferium XT Dha Kit, and Ferium Xt Tablet, this version focuses on iron plus folic acid support, and a clinician may choose it when that specific combination is appropriate and easier to take by mouth.

• Iron deficiency prevention and treatment
• Folate deficiency support
• Pregnancy-related nutritional supplementation
• Recovery after blood loss
• Support for red blood cell production

• Chew the Ferium Chewable Tablet completely before swallowing; do not swallow it whole unless your prescriber specifically says so.
• Take it exactly as directed by your doctor, since the number of tablets per day depends on your iron and folate needs.
• If it upsets your stomach, taking it with food may help, though food can reduce iron absorption a little.
• Avoid taking it with milk, tea, coffee, or calcium-rich foods right at the same time if possible, because these can lower iron absorption.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.
• Keep the strip/box of 10 chewing tablets in its original pack until use to help protect it from moisture.

Each Ferium Chewable Tablet provides the labelled amount of elemental iron plus folic acid in one chewing tablet. The dose may be taken once daily or as otherwise prescribed, and the total daily amount should not be increased unless your doctor tells you to; the correct schedule depends on your lab results, diet, pregnancy status, and medical history.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Elemental Iron + Folic Acid may include:

• Nausea
• Constipation
• Stomach upset or abdominal discomfort
• Dark or black stools
• Metallic taste
• Vomiting
• Loose stools

• Use Ferium Chewable Tablet only as directed, because too much iron can be harmful.
• Keep this product out of reach of children; iron overdose can be life-threatening in children.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of hemochromatosis, repeated blood transfusions, or other iron overload conditions.
• Use caution if you have stomach ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, or ongoing digestive problems, since iron can irritate the stomach.
• Avoid taking it at the same time as antacids or calcium supplements unless your clinician advises how to separate the doses.
• Do not start Ferium Chewable Tablet just because it is available over the counter if you are already taking another iron or folic acid product.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney or liver disease, confirm the dose with your doctor first.

• Antacids and proton pump inhibitors may reduce iron absorption.
• Calcium supplements, milk, and calcium-fortified products can interfere with iron absorption.
• Tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics can bind to iron and work less well if taken together.
• Levothyroxine may have reduced absorption when taken near iron supplements.
• Mineral supplements containing zinc, magnesium, or additional iron may affect absorption or increase side effects.

Store Ferium Chewable Tablet in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, and keep the strip/box tightly closed until use.