Patient/caregiver was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Ferrocite 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 in [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferrocite 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. Ferrocite intake must be avoided in individuals with anemias, not associated with iron deficiency. Deficiencies of vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferrocite as follows: Ferrocite 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 individuals can develop [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferrocite as follows: Ferrocite must be avoided or administered with extreme caution in individuals with history of hemochromatosis, an inherited condition that results in the body absorbing dietary iron in significantly large amounts than normal. Excess of dietary iron absorbed results in iron overload and accumulation in various vital organs, such as, nervous tissues, liver, skin, pancreas, and heart, leading to the symptoms of tissue iron toxicity. This [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Ferrocite as follows: Do not take Ferrocite, if you ever manifested any allergic responses to intake of the ferrocite. In the event of history of an allergic response with ferrocite or any preparations containing iron, check with your physician regarding your safety with intake of Ferrocite. Chewable ferrocite contains artificial sweetener called aspartame. Chewable ferrocite is contraindicated in individuals with history of allergy to aspartame. Notify your physician [...]