Ferrous Sulfate Elixir, 220 mg 16 fl oz Each (2 Pack) by Lannett

Active Ingredients

• Ferrous Sulfate (as Ferrous Sulfate Heptahydrate) - 220 mg
  (Equivalent to 44 mg iron)

Directions

Adults

• 1 teaspoonful daily or as directed by a doctor

Children under 12 years of age

• Consult a doctor

* Do not exceed recommended dosage

* Do not take Ferrous Sulfate Elixir within 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids, eggs, milk, milk byproducts, coffee, or tea

* Do not mix with milk, milk by products, or wine based vehicles

* Since oral iron products interfere with absorption of oral tetracycline antibiotics, these products should not be taken within 2 hours of each other

* Occasional gastrointestinal discomfort (such as nausea) may be minimized by taking with meals

* Iron containing medications may occasionally cause constipation or diarrhea, and may cause temporary staining of the teeth

* Mixing Ferrous Sulfate Elixir with water or fruit juice may help to decrease the effects

Warnings

Keep out of Reach of Children

Do not use if

• Printed seal around bottle cap is broken or missing

Ask a doctor before use if

• You are pregnant, Planning to become pregnant, You are breastfeeding, Taking any prescription or over the counter medicines

* Iron containing products should only be taken for very specific reasons and only under the advice and supervision of a doctor. Consult your doctor for guidance for iron supplementation

* Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 year of age

* In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Other Ingredients

• Purified Water; Sucrose; Alcohol 5%; Sorbitol Solution; propylene glycol; citric acid; lemon flavor; sodium benzoate; ascorbic acid; FD&C yellow # 6; saccharin sodium

Other Information

• Store at room temperature; 68-77 F (20-25 C)
• Protect from freezing