Capsule

SmithKline Beecham

Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) is used to supplement increased iron requirements as in childhood, adolescence, and pregnancy; blood losses, overt or occult. Characterized microcytic hypochromic anemia; faulty iron absorption following gastrectomy; iron loss due to menst

Do not take Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) or similar medications if you have hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis or hemolytic anemis.

Before using Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condit

Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) can result in toxicity and death if taken in large doses

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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. Contact your health care provider if unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness occur, especially if accompanied by general body discomfort or fever. You should stop taking Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) briefly if any of the following occur: Blood infection; low blood pressure; major surgery; serious injury; severe metabolic, endocrine, or electrolyte disorders; or uncontrolled epilepsy. Do not stop taking Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Contact your health care provider at once if you feel like you have taken too much of Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.

Store Palafer CF (ferrous fumarate/ascorbic acid/folic acid) in a cool, dry place. Protect from heat and light.