Supplementing iron in the diet and preventing or treating low levels of iron in the blood. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Galfer is an essential body mineral. It works by providing iron to the body.
Important safety information:
Do not take large doses of vitamins (megadoses or megavitamin therapy) while you use Galfer unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
Galfer has iron in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has iron in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Galfer may cause darkened or green stools. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
Some of these products contain tartrazine dye (FD&C Yellow No. 5). This may cause an allergic reaction in some patients. If you have ever had an allergic reaction to tartrazine, ask your pharmacist if your product has tartrazine in it.
Galfer may interfere with certain lab tests, including tests used to check for blood in the stool. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Galfer.
Lab tests, including hematocrit, hemoglobin levels, and blood iron levels, may be performed while you use Galfer. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Galfer should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Galfer while you are pregnant. Galfer is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Galfer, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Galfer side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; dark or green stools; diarrhea; loss of appetite; nausea; stomach cramps, pain, or upset; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stool; fever; severe or persistent nausea, stomach pain, or vomiting; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Can Galfer be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Galfer?
Use Galfer as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Galfer is absorbed better on an empty stomach but may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Some foods may decrease the amount of iron absorbed by your body. Talk with your doctor about the best way to take Galfer with food if it upsets your stomach.
If you take an antacid, a bisphosphonate (eg, alendronate), cefdinir, eltrombopag, methyldopa, penicillamine, a quinolone antibiotic (eg, ciprofloxacin), or a tetracycline antibiotic (eg, minocycline), ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take it with Galfer.
Take Galfer with a full glass of water (8 oz [240 mL]). Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking Galfer.
If you miss a dose of Galfer, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Galfer.
Who should not take Galfer?
Some medical conditions may interact with Galfer. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have stomach or bowel problems (eg, colitis, Crohn disease, diverticulitis, ulcers)
if you have hemolytic anemia, pernicious anemia, or other types of anemia, or if you have a condition that may cause anemia (eg, sickle cell disease, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase [G6PD] deficiency)
if you have blood problems (eg, porphyria, thalassemia) or you have had multiple blood transfusions
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Galfer. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Doxycycline, mycophenolate, penicillamine, or thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Galfer
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Galfer may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Galfer be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Galfer be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Galfer, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Galfer. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Galfer May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
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51-100mg
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One patient reported administration
When is the best condition to take Galfer: Before or after food? Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Galfer is best taken at Before food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
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Before food
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