Tardyferon depot iron(II) sulphate 80mg prolonged-release tablets

Tardyferon Depot Iron(II) Sulphate 80mg in detail

The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.

Method of use?

Take the medicine with liquid (e.g. 1 glass of water).

Duration of use?

The duration of use depends on the nature of the symptoms and/or the course of the disease. It should therefore be determined in consultation with your doctor.

Overdose?

A variety of overdose symptoms can occur, including nausea, bloody vomiting, stomach problems, diarrhoea, drowsiness and circulatory collapse. Small children are particularly at risk. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor immediately.

If you have forgotten to take it?

Continue taking it as normal (i.e. not double the amount) at the next prescribed time.
As a general rule: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing in infants, small children and older people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information on the package leaflet. Since the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.

What speaks against use?

Always:
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Anaemia with iron utilisation disorder, such as e.g.
- Sideroachrestic anaemia
- Thalassaemia
- Lead anaemia
- Haemochromatosis (iron overload)
- Haemolytic anaemia (anaemia due to shortened lifespan of red blood cells)
Under certain circumstances - talk to your doctor or pharmacist:
- Gastritis
- Ulcers in the digestive tract
- Inflammatory bowel disease, such as:
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn's disease
What age group to consider?
- Children under 10 years of age: The medicine must not be used.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Lactation: Consult your doctor or pharmacist. They will check your particular situation and advise you accordingly as to whether and how you can continue breastfeeding.
If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.

What adverse effects can occur?

- Gastrointestinal complaints, such as:
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Bloated stomach
- Abdominal pain
- Black discolouration of the stool, which is harmless
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Gastritis
- Laryngeal oedema
- Skin rash
- Itching
If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.

What should you be aware of?

- Take care if you are allergic to iron hydroxide sucrose!
- There may be medicines with which interactions occur. You should therefore generally tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicine you are already taking before starting treatment with a new medicine. This also applies to medicines that you buy yourself, use only occasionally or have been using for some time.
- Coffee, cola drinks, mate tea as well as green and black tea should be avoided during treatment with the medicine.
- Milk and dairy products (quark, yoghurt, cheese), mineral water, calcium-enriched drinks and mineral supplements should be avoided within 2 hours before and 4 hours after taking the medicine.

How does the ingredient in the medicine work?

Iron is a vital trace element and is involved in many metabolic processes in the body. For example, iron is important for the formation of red blood cells.

Application

- Iron deficiency

Dosage

For mild forms:

- 1 tablet

- 1 time a day

- Children aged 10 and over and adults

- In the morning, before or with meals