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What is Anemia?
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Ferralet® 90 — the prescription once-daily iron supplement to treat low levels of iron in the blood caused by certain types of anemia.

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Ferralet® 90 — the prescription once-daily iron
supplement to treat low levels of iron in the blood
caused by certain types of anemia.

What is anemia?

Anemia is a health condition where the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to the body’s tissues.1

Find out more about the causes and symptoms of iron-deficiency anemia and how it is diagnosed and treated.

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What is the Ferralet® 90 difference?

Unlike other iron supplements, Ferralet® 90 is composed of two different iron compounds and a special combination of other active ingredients that is easier on the stomach.2,3,†

Ferralet® 90 is also convenient and easy to take.

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What is the Ferralet® 90 difference?

Unlike other iron supplements, Ferralet® 90 is composed of two different iron compounds and a special combination of other active ingredients that is easier on the stomach.2,3,†

Ferralet® 90 is also convenient and easy to take.

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Learn more about iron [Fe]

Your recommended daily iron intake may vary depending on your gender, age, and dietary restrictions.4

In addition to regularly taking your iron supplements, you can also incorporate some iron-rich foods into your daily meals.4

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DID YOU KNOW?

Iron is represented by the symbol [Fe] in medicine and science.

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You may be eligible to save money on your Ferralet® 90 prescription by using a Ferralet® 90 Savings Card.*

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Ferralet® 90 savings

You may be eligible to save money on your Ferralet® 90 prescription by using a Ferralet® 90 Savings Card.

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† In a large, randomized, double-blind trial, carbonyl iron dosed at 600 mg was tolerated with digestive side effects similar to those observed with a 60 mg dose of ferrous sulfate.

References:

1. Mayo Clinic Staff. Anemia: symptoms & causes. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anemia/symptoms-causes/syc-20351360. Accessed November 2020.
2. Ferralet 90 Prescribing Information. San Antonio, TX: Mission Pharmacal Company.
3. Gordeuk VR, Brittenham GM, Hughes M, Keating LJ, Opplt JJ. High-dose carbonyl iron for iron-deficiency anemia: a randomized double-blind trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 1987;46(6):1029-103.
4. National Institutes of Health. Office of Dietary Supplements. Iron: fact sheet for health professionals. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iron-HealthProfessional/#change. Updated February 28, 2020. Accessed November 2020.

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Important Safety Information:
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WARNING: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. KEEP THIS PRODUCT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

Ferralet® 90 (iron [carbonyl iron, ferrous gluconate] 90 mg, folic acid 1 mg, vitamin B12 [cyanocobalamin] 12 mcg, vitamin C [ascorbic acid] 120 mg, docusate sodium 50 mg) is a prescription iron supplement used to treat low levels of iron in the blood caused by certain types of anemia. Your doctor may prescribe Ferralet® 90 if you have iron-deficiency anemia due to pregnancy, blood loss, or certain metabolic diseases, or if you are recovering from surgery, or do not have enough iron in your diet.

Important Safety Information

You should not use Ferralet® 90 if:

  • you are allergic to any of the ingredients
  • you have hemolytic anemia, or certain iron overload disorders such hemochromatosis, or hemosiderosis

The safety and effectiveness of Ferralet® 90 has not been studied in children.

Ferralet® 90 is not for everyone. Before you take Ferralet® 90, you should tell your doctor about any medical conditions that you may have, including if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances. If you have certain types of anemia (pernicious anemia, or other types of anemia where your vitamin levels are low), folic acid alone is not enough to treat your condition. Doses of 0.1 mg folic acid per day can hide the symptoms of these anemias, making them difficult to diagnose. Consult with your doctor if this treatment is not right for you.

Iron supplements can interfere with certain medicines, including certain antibiotics and antacids. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, minerals, other supplements, and herbal products you use. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Once you start taking Ferralet® 90, take it 2 hours after meals. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Your doctor will order blood tests periodically during treatment to determine whether your dose of Ferralet® 90 needs to be changed.

Ferralet® 90 contains FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine), a food coloring additive, which may cause allergic-type reactions (including bronchial asthma) in certain susceptible persons, such as those who have allergic reactions or sensitivity to aspirin. The overall rate of FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine) allergic reactions in the general population is low. Some patients taking folic acid have also experienced allergic reactions. Call your doctor and discontinue use of this product if you develop any unusual symptoms.

The most common side effects associated with iron therapy include irritation of your stomach or bowels, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and dark stools. These side effects are generally temporary, however, check with your doctor if any side effect persists or becomes bothersome.

Ferralet® 90 contains iron. Accidental overdose of iron is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under the age of 6 years. Symptoms of overdose can include: stomach pain, metabolic acidosis (when the body has high levels of acid), reduction in urine production, brain damage, coma (loss of consciousness), convulsive seizures, death, dehydration, congestion of blood vessels, liver disease, low blood pressure, drop in body temperature, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, black or tarry stools, vomiting blood, rapid heart rate, high blood sugar, feeling drowsy, abnormal pale or bluish skin color, lack of energy, and shock. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

KEEP THIS PRODUCT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

To report negative side effects, contact Mission Pharmacal Company at 1-800-298-1087 or the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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