Iron Side Effects
Brand Names: Niferex
Please note - some side effects for Iron may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.
Side Effects of Iron - for the Consumer
Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Vitamin B12/Desiccated Stomach Substance:Constipation; darkened or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; severe or persistent vomiting or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron Sucrose
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron Sucrose:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron Sucrose:Diarrhea; dizziness; headache; muscle cramps; nausea; taste changes; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); burning or pain at the injection site; burning, numbness, or tingling; chest pain; fainting; loss of consciousness; severe or persistent dizziness, headache, or light-headedness; seizures; shortness of breath; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron:Constipation; diarrhea; nausea; stomach discomfort.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; fever; sharp stomach pain; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Vitamin B12
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Vitamin B12:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Vitamin C/Folic Acid/Vitamin B12:Constipation; darkened or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; severe or persistent vomiting or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron Dextran
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron Dextran:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron Dextran:Cramps/leg cramps; diarrhea; dizziness; fatigue; headache; lightheadedness; mild swelling or pain at the injection site; nausea; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); backache; chest pain; chills; fainting; fever; seizures; severe dizziness; severe muscle pain; severe stomach pain; severe swelling or pain at the injection site; shortness of breath or wheezing; skin flushing; slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron Polysaccharide/Vitamins/Folic Acid/Intrinsic Factor/Senna
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron Polysaccharide/Vitamins/Folic Acid/Intrinsic Factor/Senna:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron Polysaccharide/Vitamins/Folic Acid/Intrinsic Factor/Senna:Constipation; darkened or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach upset.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; fever; rectal bleeding; severe or persistent diarrhea; vomiting, especially with continuing sharp stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/L-Methylfolate/Vitamin B12/Vitamin C
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/L-Methylfolate/Vitamin B12/Vitamin C:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/L-Methylfolate/Vitamin B12/Vitamin C:Constipation; dark stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; severe or persistent nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/Folic Acid/Cyanocobalamin/Vitamin C/Docusate
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Folic Acid/Cyanocobalamin/Vitamin C/Docusate:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Folic Acid/Cyanocobalamin/Vitamin C/Docusate:Constipation; dark or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; severe or persistent stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron and Folic Acid
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron and Folic Acid:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron and Folic Acid:Constipation; diarrhea; heartburn; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stools; fever; severe or persistent vomiting with continuing stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron-C
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron-C:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron-C:Constipation; dark or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; severe or persistent stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/Vitamin C/Folic Acid
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Vitamin C/Folic Acid:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Vitamin C/Folic Acid:Constipation; darkened stools; diarrhea; mild stomach pain; nausea; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, bloody, or tarry stools; severe or persistent vomiting or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/Succinic Acid/Folic Acid
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Folic Acid:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Succinic Acid/Folic Acid:Constipation; darkened stools; diarrhea; mild stomach pain; nausea; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; severe or persistent vomiting or stomach pain.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Iron/Vitamin B Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid Caplets
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron/Vitamin B Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid Caplets:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron/Vitamin B Complex/Vitamin C/Folic Acid Caplets:Constipation; dark or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry, or bloody stools; severe or persistent stomach pain.
Iron Suspension
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Iron Suspension:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Iron Suspension:Constipation; diarrhea; nausea; stomach discomfort.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; fever; sharp stomach pain; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Top- Niferex Elixir MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
- Niferex Consumer Overview
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