Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ferrous Sulfate Elixir

Off market
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Supplement Facts
Serving Size 5 mL
Amount Per Serving% Daily Value
Ferrous SulfateFerrous Sulfate Note: (USP) (Equivalent to approximately 44 mg of elemental iron)220 mg

Other ingredients: purified Water, Sucrose, Corn Syrup, alcohol 5%, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Saccharin, FD&C Yellow # 6, artificial cherry flavor

% Daily Values for: Adults and children 4 or more years of age.

Where this label comes from

An original label of the NIH's Dietary Supplement Label Database, entered there on 1 October 2012, shown here as it was entered. The NIH's record

General information

Product name
Ferrous Sulfate Elixir
Brand
Hi-Tech Pharmacal
Barcode (UPC)
Not printed
Net contents
16 fl. Oz.; 473 mL
Market status
Off market
DSLD ID
13290

Classification

Supplement form
Liquid
Product type
Mineral
Claim types on the label
Nutrient, All Other
Intended for
Adult (18 - 50 Years)

Label statements

Precautions: All Other: WARNINGS: Do not exceed recommended dosage. The treatment of any anemic condition should be under the advice and supervision of a physician. Occasional gastrointestinal discomfort (such as nausea) may be minimized by taking with meals. Iron-containing medication may occasionally cause constipation or diarrhea. Liquids may cause temporary staining of the teeth. This is less likely when the product is diluted.

Storage: STORAGE: Keep tightly closed. Store at controlled room temperature, 15(0)-30(0)C (59(0)-86(0)F). Protect from freezing. Protect from light.

Formula: Contains: CONTAINS ALCOHOL 5%

FDA Statement of Identity: IRON SUPPLEMENT

Formula: Contains: DESCRIPTION: Each 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) contains ferrous sulfate USP, 220 mg. (Equivalent to approximately 44 mg of elemental iron).

Directions: DIRECTIONS: As directed by a physician or as follows: Adults: 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) one time daily preferably on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals. Children under 12 years of age: consult a physician. Mix with water or fruit juice to avoid temporary staining of teeth; do not mix with milk or wine-based vehicles.

Precautions: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product.

Precautions: Children: KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Contains iron, which can be harmful or fatal to children in large doses. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Precautions: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: DRUG INTERACTION PRECAUTION: Since oral iron products interfere with absorption of oral tetracycline antibiotics, these products should not be taken within two hours of each other.

Brand information

Manufacturer: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co., Inc., Amityville, NY

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