Iberet
Generic Name: multivitamins with iron (mull tee VYE tah mins with i ron)
Brand Names: Allbee-C 800 with Iron, Anemagen, Anemagen FA, Bugs Bunny with Iron Chewable, Chromatinic, Contrin, Dayalets Plus Iron, Diatx Fe, Equi-Roca Plus, Equicyte Plus, Fe-Tinic 150 Forte, Femiron Multi with Iron, Feocyte, Fero-Folic 500, Ferocon, Ferotrinsic, Ferragen, Flintstones with Iron Chewable, FoliTab 500, Foltrin, Fruity Chews with Iron, Fumatinic, Garfield Vitamin with Iron, Generet-500 with Folic Acid, Geravim, Geritol, Hemocyte Plus, I-L-X, I-L-X and B12, IBC 500, Iberet, Iberet Liquid, Iberet-500, Iberet-Folic-500, Icaps, Intrinsitinic, Irofol, Iromin G, Livitrinsic-F, Mult-Ferr Folic, Myferon 150 Forte, Nephro-Vite with Fe, Nephron-FA, Nu-Iron Plus, Poly-Vi-Sol with Iron, Poly-Vi-Sol with Iron Drops, Pronemia, Sesame St. Vitamins Plus Iron, SSS Tonic, Stress Formula with Iron, Stresstabs with Iron, Sunkist Child Chewable with Iron, Surbex-750 with Iron, Theragran Hematinic, Tolfrinic, Tri-Vi-Sol with Iron, TriHEMIC 600, Trinsicon, Unicap with Iron, Vi-Daylin ADC with Iron, Vi-Daylin with Iron, Vi-Daylin with Iron Chewable, Vi-Daylin with Iron Drops
What is multivitamin with iron?
Vitamins and iron are naturally occurring substances necessary for many processes in the
body. Vitamins and iron are found in the foods we eat.
Multivitamins (combinations of vitamins) and iron are available in tablets, capsules,
liquids, and injections. Multivitamins with iron are used to treat vitamin and iron shortages in the
body that may occur because of illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, decreased absorption of foods
through the stomach, and many other circumstances.
Multivitamins with iron may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this
medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Iberet (multivitamins with iron)?
Do not take more of a multivitamin with iron than is prescribed for you or is directed
on the package. Large doses of multivitamins with iron can be dangerous.
Keep this product out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of iron-containing
products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. In case of accidental overdose,
call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking
Iberet (multivitamins with iron)?
Some multivitamins with iron may affect other medical conditions or treatments. Do not
start taking a vitamin or iron supplement without first talking to your doctor if you have any
health problems or conditions, or if you take other medications.
Multivitamins with iron are generally considered to be safe for use during pregnancy
and breast-feeding. Special prenatal vitamins are available and are important for the healthy
development of a baby. However, large doses of some vitamins can be harmful. Talk to your
doctor about taking a vitamin and iron supplement during pregnancy or breast-feeding.
How should I take Iberet (multivitamins with iron)?
Keep this product out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of iron-containing
products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. In case of accidental overdose,
call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
Take multivitamins with iron exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand
these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Take multivitamins with iron with food to lessen stomach upset.
Some multivitamins with iron are also available in liquid form. To ensure that you
get the correct dosage, measure liquid multivitamins with iron with a dose-measuring spoon or
cup, not a regular tablespoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist
where you can get one.
Do not take more of a multivitamin with iron than is prescribed for you or is directed
on the package. Large doses of multivitamins with iron can be dangerous.
Store multivitamins with iron at room temperature away from moisture and heat and
keep out of reach of children.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a
double dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Most commonly, symptoms of a vitamin and iron overdose include nausea and vomiting,
abdominal pain, diarrhea, lethargy, shock, tarry stools, and flushing.
Keep this product out of reach of children. Accidental overdose of iron-containing
products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. In case of accidental overdose,
call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
What should I avoid while taking Iberet (multivitamins with iron)?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activities while you are taking vitamin or
iron supplements. Follow any special instructions your doctor gives you.
Iberet (multivitamins with iron) side effects
Stop taking multivitamins with iron and seek emergency medical attention if you
experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; flushing, closing of your throat; swelling of
your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Nausea, constipation, black
stools, discoloration of urine and diarrhea are among the most common. Taking multivitamins
with iron with food may decrease these side effects.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any
side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Iberet (multivitamins with iron)?
Before taking multivitamins with iron, tell your doctor if you are taking
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a tetracycline antibiotic such as tetracycline (Achromycin,
Sumycin), minocycline (Minocin, Dynacin), doxycycline (Vibramycin, Monodox), demeclocycline
(Declomycin), oxytetracycline (Terramycin), or troleandomycin (TAO);
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a fluoroquinolone antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro),
enoxacin (Penetrex) ofloxacin (Floxin), norfloxacin (Noroxin), levofloxacin (Levaquin),
lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), grepafloxacin (Raxar), sparfloxacin (Zagam), or trovafloxacin
(Trovan);
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levodopa (Larodopa, Dopar, Sinemet);
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levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levoxyl, others);
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methyldopa (Aldomet); or
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penicillamine (Cuprimine).
You may not be able to take multivitamins with iron, or you may
require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.
Before taking a multivitamin with iron, tell your doctor if you are taking any other
prescription or over-the-counter medicines. You may not be able to take the multivitamin with
iron supplement, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking
any other medicines.
Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has more information about multivitamins with iron written for health
professionals that you may read.
What does my medication look like?
Multivitamins with iron are available by prescription and over-the-counter generically and
under many brand names in several formulations. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have
about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share
your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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