Icar-C

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is present in citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Ascorbic acid is essential for the skin and connective tissues, for normal chemical and hormone production, and for the immune system.

Carbonyl iron is a type of the mineral iron. Iron is crucial for many functions in the body, particularly for transporting oxygen in the blood.

Icar-C is a combination vitamin/mineral supplement that helps your body absorb iron from your diet more effectively.

Icar-C may also be used for purposes not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole.

For best results, take Icar-C on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.

Icar-C may be taken with food if it makes your stomach upset.

Store at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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, seek emergency medical attention or call a poison control center right away.

Keep this product away from children. Taking too much iron-containing products by accident is a major cause of deadly poisoning in children under 6.

You should not use Icar-C if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have any allergies or other medical conditions. In some cases, you may not be able to use Icar-C, or you may need a dose adjustment or special precautions.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Your dose needs may be different during pregnancy or while you are nursing.

Do not give this medication to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Common side effects of Icar-C may include:

• nausea, upset stomach;
• constipation; or
• diarrhea.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to replace the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of iron can be fatal, especially in a child.

The first signs of an iron overdose may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood, pale skin, and rapid heart rate. Later symptoms may include extreme weakness, numbness or cold feeling, blue lips, wheezing, gasping for breath, cough with foamy mucus, and fainting.

Avoid taking Icar-C within 2 hours before or after you take other medicines, especially an antibiotic. Icar-C can make it harder for your body to absorb certain medicines you take by mouth.

Other drugs may interact with ascorbic acid and carbonyl iron, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform all your health care providers about all medicines you are currently using and any medicine you begin or stop using.