Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ferretts iron as follows: Oral ferretts iron intake can result in gastric upset, slowing of bowel movements, and exacerbation of constipation episodes, especially in individuals with history of the same. Observe compliance with recommendation for liberal fluid intake, while you are continuing on Ferretts iron, to prevent slowing of bowels. Consult your physician for any recommendation regarding stool softeners/laxatives, while you are continuing on Ferretts [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ferretts iron as follows: Avoid having ferretts iron supplement concurrently with any antibiotics. When taken together, iron can heavily inhibit absorption of most of the antibiotics, thus compromising the therapeutic benefit of antibiotic intake. Observing a 2 hour interval between ferretts iron intake and dose of antibiotic can significantly help. Avoid consuming any supplements with calcium along with Ferretts iron, as calcium can strongly inhibit [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ferretts iron as follows: Follow closely on the expiration date of the medication. If using a pillbox, check the expiration date on the medication container every time you fill the pillbox. If you are taking this medication for longer periods of time, set enough advance reminders on your phone for refill pick-up, before you run out of the medication. This helps with securing the refill [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferretts iron as follows: Toxic accumulations of iron in vital organs can compromise the function of these organs, resulting in multiple organ failure. Patients can present with findings such as, hepatitis, cirrhosis, liver failure, hepatocellular carcinoma, arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, diabetes, neuropathy, diffuse arthritis, cognitive deficits, and seizures. Ferretts iron intake must be avoided in individuals with anemias, not associated with iron deficiency. Deficiencies of vitamin B12, vitamin [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferretts iron as follows:   Ferretts iron must be administered with extreme caution in individuals with history of hemolytic anemias, such as, sickle cell or thalassemia. Hemolytic anemias usually are inherited genetic defects, resulting in poor structural stability of the red blood cells. Structurally deficient red blood cells are prone to damage and lysis, before completion of their lifespan. Hemolytic anemia can also be secondary to autoimmunity, when [...]