The drug "Hemofer": instruction

Anemia is a terrible disease, in which a low hemoglobin content in the blood is observed. Hemoglobin are red blood cells that contain iron in their composition. It is necessary in order to saturate the blood with oxygen, without which the normal functioning of the human body is not possible.

This disease affects many, including infants. It is especially difficult to raise hemoglobin to the required level, but a drug such as "Hemofer" helps. The instruction for use contains the following information.

Description. The liquid is a transparent structure, with a greenish-yellowish hue, a characteristic odor.

The form. Drops, take or take inside.

Composition. Drops "Hemofer", the instructions of which are applied to each unit of the package, contain an aqueous solution of ferric chloride, as auxiliary substances are glucose monohydrate, purified water, citric acid monohydrate, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol (70%).

Pharmacology. Ions of divalent iron play an important role in the delivery of oxygen molecules to tissues. They are the basis of hemoglobin, enzymes, myoglobin. "Hemofer" drops fill iron deficiency in the body, in addition, prevent it from reappearing. The drug is easily absorbed. The effect of the application is noticeable after 3-10 days of admission. But it should be noted that the reserve in the body is restored only after 2-3 months of continuous use.

Pharmacokinetics. Ions of ferrous iron are absorbed mainly in the duodenum, as well as in some parts of the small intestine. The assimilated iron is stored in the liver. With a pronounced deficit, the drug is absorbed by the body by 20%, then, as reserves are replenished, this figure decreases.

Indications for admission. "Hemofer" is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of anemia, which appeared as a consequence of iron deficiency, blood loss, pregnant women, as well as children and infants. In addition, it is indicated for use in premature infants, as well as in children and their mothers, during pregnancy, anemia was observed in any degree.

Contraindications. Persons with hypersensitivity to any component of the drug "Hemofer" instruction reception prohibits. In addition, it is prohibited in the following cases:

- if the body contains iron in excess (including hemochromatosis and hemosiderosis);

- with anemia, which is caused by a broken mechanism of excretion of iron from the body (siderochristic anemia or lead anemia);

- with other types of anemia that are not associated with iron deficiency;

- inflammation of the mucous membrane of the digestive system.

Dosage and route of administration . The daily dose of the drug "Hemofer" recommends the instruction to divide into several receptions. It must be taken inside without eating, washed down with either juice or water.

For premature babies 1-2 drops a day, take 3-5 months. For children up to one year, the drug is prescribed 9 to 19 drops per day. For children under 12, 28 drops per day are prescribed. Adults and children over 12 years of age at 28-55 drops per day. The duration of treatment should not be less than 2 months from the time of the start of the treatment.

Possible side effects .

- symptoms of gastrointestinal intolerance may appear (nausea, impaired swallowing, pain in the abdomen, constipation or diarrhea, decreased appetite);

- bloody diarrhea with acute poisoning with increased doses;

- high blood pressure and hypovolemic shock;

- necrosis of the liver.

Many mothers probably gave their children "Hemofer". Reviews about this product can be found in any source of the Internet. Those who follow all the rules of reception according to the instructions, do not have problems. But, of course, you should not joke with an overdose, otherwise you can "earn" yourself a lot of health problems.