Anemia is a terrible disease in which there is a low hemoglobin content in the blood. Hemoglobin is a red blood cell that contains iron in its composition. It is necessary in order to saturate the blood with oxygen, without which the normal functioning of the human body is not possible.
This disease affects many, including infants. It is especially difficult for them to raise hemoglobin to the desired level, but a drug such as Hemofer helps. Instructions for use contain the following information.
Description. The liquid is a transparent structure, with a greenish yellowish tinge, a characteristic odor.
The form. Drops taken orally.
Structure. Hemofer drops, the instructions of which are attached to each unit of packaging, contain an aqueous solution of ferric chloride, as auxiliary substances: glucose monohydrate, purified water, citric acid monohydrate, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol (70%).
Pharmacology. Ferrous ions play an important role in the delivery of oxygen molecules to tissues. They are the basis of hemoglobin, enzymes, myoglobin. "Hemofer" drops make up for iron deficiency in the body, in addition, prevent its reappearance. The drug is easily absorbed. The effect of the application is noticeable after 3-10 days of administration. But it should be noted that the supply in the body is restored only after 2-3 months of continuous use.
Pharmacokinetics Ferrous ions are absorbed mainly in the duodenum, as well as in some parts of the small intestine. Absorbed iron is stored in the liver. With a pronounced deficiency, the drug is absorbed by the body by 20%, then, as the reserves are replenished, this figure decreases.
Indications for admission. "Hemofer" is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of anemia, which appeared as a result of iron deficiency, blood loss, pregnant women, as well as children and infants. In addition, it is indicated for use in premature infants, as well as in children and their mothers, during which pregnancy anemia of any degree was observed.
Contraindications For persons with hypersensitivity to any component of the Hemofer preparation, the instruction prohibits taking. In addition, it is prohibited in the following cases:
- if the body contains iron in excess (including hemochromatosis and hemosiderosis);
- with anemia, which is caused by a disturbed mechanism for removing iron from the body (sideroach anemia or lead anemia);
- with other types of anemia that are not associated with iron deficiency;
- inflammation of the mucous membrane of the digestive system.
Doses and method of application . The instruction recommends dividing the daily dose of the Hemofer preparation into several doses. It must be taken orally outside the meal, washed down with either juice or water.
For premature infants , 1-2 drops per day, take 3-5 months. For children up to a year, the drug is prescribed for 9-19 drops per day. For children under 12 years of age, 28 drops are prescribed per day. Adults and children over 12 years of age 28-55 drops per day. The duration of treatment should not be less than 2 months from the start of administration.
Feasible side effects .
- symptoms of intolerance to the gastrointestinal tract may appear (nausea, poor swallowing, pain in the abdomen, constipation or diarrhea, loss of appetite);
- bloody diarrhea in acute poisoning with high doses;
- high blood pressure and hypovolemic shock;
- liver necrosis.
Many mothers probably gave their children Hemofer. Reviews of this drug can be found in any source on the Internet. Those who follow all the rules of admission according to the instructions do not have problems. But, of course, you should not joke with an overdose, otherwise you can "earn" yourself a bunch of health problems.