Galfer Ferrous Fumarate 305mg - 100 Capsules

Galfer 305mg capsules can help to treat and prevent iron deficiency anaemia. They contain the active ingredient ferrous fumarate which is a form of iron that can be found in food and helps to maintain the normal development of red blood cells. Each capsule contains 305mg of the active ingredient and each pack contains 100 capsules. This product should be used under medical supervision. Speak to a Chemist4U pharmacist to find out if this product is suitable for you.

Some foods such as tea, eggs and milk may reduce the amount of iron absorbed by the body. Check with the doctor or pharmacist about which foods to avoid. Galfer capsules may make your stools (poo) darker than normal, which is a normal effect of medicines containing iron. Treatment should not be used for more than 3 months after the iron deficiency has been corrected .

When NOT to use this product
Do NOT use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see ingredients tab for full list) or if you have:

Other problems with iron in the blood
Stomach ulcer or other stomach or bowel problem
Had repeated blood transfusions in the past
Anaemia not related to low levels of iron before
Are currently having iron injections
ARe currently having dimercaprol injections for treatment of metal poisoning
Or are under 12 years old

Speak to your doctor BEFORE using this product if you have:

A history of stomach ulcers
Had part or all of the stomach removed
Vitamin deficiency particularly vitamin B12 or folic acid
Or are a make, as iron deficiency is less common in men than women and the causes may need investigating further by a doctor
Can you use this product with other medicines?
Speak to your doctor BEFORE using this product if you are taking:

Antibiotics for infections such as neomycin, tetracyclines, chloramphenicol or fluoroquinolones
Penicillamine for arthritis
Indigestion remedies, antacids, calcium supplements and zinc
Colestyramine mainly used for high cholesterol
Levodopa, carbidopa or entacapone for Parkinson’s Disease
Levothyroxine for treatment of low thyroid hormone
Birophosphonates for osteoporosis
Trientine for Wilson’s Disease
Methyldopa for high blood pressure
People having tests on stool samples should tell the doctor, as this medicine may turn stools black and affect test results

Can this medicine cause any side effects?
Like all medicines this product can cause side effects although not everyone will experience them, If you experience any of the following side effects or symptoms, discontinue using this medicine immediately and see a doctor as soon as possible:

Difficulty breathing
Fever
Swelling of the mouth
Lips
Skin
Severe rashes
Itching
Stomach pain

Other possible side effects of this product include:

Loss of appetite
Nausea and sickness
Stomach discomfort
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Darkening of stools
Accumulation of iron in body cells

Consult your doctor before use if you are taking any other medicines or if you have a health condition not mentioned in the patient information leaflet.

Always read the patient information leaflet before use.

May cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how your body reacts to this treatment.

Do not take more than one tablet in any 24 hours.

This medicine must not be taken by women.

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• NHS - Help & Advice on Drug Addiction
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