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Iron Polysacch Complex-B12-FA

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Uses

This combination product contains a mineral (iron) along with 2 vitamins (vitamin B12 and folic acid). It is used to treat or prevent a lack of these nutrients which may occur due to certain health conditions (such as anemia, pregnancy, poor diet, surgery recovery). Iron is an important mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells. Vitamin B12 is important for normal blood, cells, and nerves. Folic acid is needed to form healthy cells, especially red blood cells.

Women of childbearing age must get enough folic acid, either through diet or supplements, to prevent spinal cord birth defects in an unborn baby if they become pregnant.

How to Use This Medication

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.

This medication is best taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals. If stomach upset occurs, you may take this medication with food. Avoid taking antacids, dairy products, tea, or coffee within 2 hours before or after this medication because they will decrease its effectiveness.

Take with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.

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