Patients name: Daisy Legaspi Right patient Dx: Chronic Hypertension with superimposed Pre-eclampsia Generic Name (Brand

Name) Generic: Ferrous Sulfate 325 mg, Ferrous Sulfate Therapeutic: Antianemic component in the formation of Pharmacolog Brand name: Appebon The client was given FESO4 325mg, OD, PO Right dose Right route Right time http://www.mim s.com/USA/dru g/info/ferroussul hemoglobin, myoglobin and enzymes. It is necessary for effective erythropoiesis and transport or utilization of oxygen. ic: Iron supplements Iron status and body iron are sometimes decreased in physiologic al pregnancie s, and have to be monitored because women may need an iron supplemen Hemochromatosis , hemosiderosis, or other evidence of iron overload; Anemias not due to iron deficiency; Some products contain alcohol, tartrazine, or sulfites and should be avoided in patients with known intolerance or hypersensitivity. Use Cautiously in: Mild, transient nausea Heartburn Anorexia Constipation Diarrhea ADVERSE EFFECTS Large doses may aggravate peptic ulcer, regional enteritis, and ulcerative
Store all forms at room

Dosage and Frequency

Action

Classification

Indication

Contraindication

Side Effects

Nursing Responsibilities

PO, Once a is an essential day

temperature.
Give between meals

with water but may give with meals if gastrointestinal discomfort occurs.
Transient staining of

mucous membranes and teeth will occur with liquid iron preparation. To avoid, place liquid on the back of the tongue with dropper or use straw.
Avoid simultaneous

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tation. Right medica tion Right Patient

PO: Peptic ulcer; Ulcerative colitis or regional enteritis Alcoholism; Severe hepatic impairment; Severe renal impairment (oral products) Pre-existing cardiovascular disease Signifiant allergies or asthma Rheumatoid arthritis OB: Pregnancy or lactation ( safety of some parenteral products not established) :

colitis. Severe Iron Poisoning:

Vomiting Severe

administration of antacids or tetracycline.

Do not crush sustained-

release preparations.
Eggs and milk inhibit

abdomin al pain
Diarrhea Dehydra

absorption.
Monitor serum iron, total

iron-binding capacity, reticulocyte count, hemoglobin, and ferritin.

Monitor daily pattern of

tion
Hyperve

ntilation
Pallor or

bowel activity and stool consistency.

Assess for clinical

cyanosis
Cardiova

improvement, record of relief of symptoms (fatigue, irritability, pallor, paresthesia, and headache).

scular collapse

 Pedi: Safety not established for infants < 4 mo or children < 6 yr.