Salus Herbal Blood Tonic - Floradix with Iron 250ml

Composition according to packaging information

What Floradix with Iron contains
100 ml (corresponding to approx. 109 g) of liquid contains 81.75 mg of iron (as iron(II) gluconate (Ph. Eur.)).
Other ingredients:
Ascorbic acid, aqueous extract (1:27.6 - 30.4) from a mixture of hibiscus flowers, carrot, couch grass rhizome, yarrow herb, angelica root, horsetail herb, ribwort plantain leaves, juniper berries, chicory root, bitter orange peel (3:2.3:2.3:2.3:1.15:1.15:1.15:1.15:1:0.64) Extractant: water, yeast autolysate, red grape juice concentrate, cherry juice concentrate, pear juice concentrate, blackberry juice concentrate, blackcurrant juice concentrate, honey, rosehip juice concentrate, 70% fructose syrup, orange oil, water.

consumption recommendation

Instructions for use / dosage instructions, type and duration of use:
Taking Floradix with iron with food and drink
Iron-binding substances such as phosphates, pyruvates or oxalates contained in plant foods (e.g. cereal products and vegetables) as well as components of milk and dairy products, coffee, cola drinks and black and green tea inhibit the absorption of iron into the blood.
Floradix with iron should be taken either half an hour before or 2 hours after these foods or drinks.

Dosage:
Adults and adolescents aged 10 and over take 45 ml per day. 45 ml of Floradix with iron contains 36.8 mg of usable iron (II).
The dosage can be chosen as follows: 2 x 22.5 ml (morning and evening)
or 3 x 15 ml (morning, noon and evening)
Children aged 6-10 years: 2 x 15 ml.
30 ml of Floradix with iron corresponds to 24.5 mg iron(II).
The drug is not intended for use in children under 6 years of age.

Type of application:
It is best taken chilled half an hour before meals. Please use the enclosed measuring cup when taking it.

Duration of use:
If you have any questions about the duration of use, please ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If symptoms persist or if side effects other than those mentioned in the package leaflet occur, the user should consult a doctor or other qualified health professional.
Taking Floradix with iron with food and drink

Iron-binding substances such as phosphates, pyruvates or oxalates contained in plant foods (e.g. cereal products and vegetables) as well as components of milk and dairy products, coffee, cola drinks and black and green tea inhibit the absorption of iron into the blood.

Floradix with iron should be taken either half an hour before or 2 hours after these foods or drinks.

Note for diabetics:
15 ml corresponds to approx. 0.3 BE
22.5 ml corresponds to approx. 0.4 BE

Side effects and overdose

Overdose

If you have taken a significantly larger amount of Floradix® with Iron than you should: Please notify your doctor. They can decide on any necessary measures. The side effects listed below may be more severe. If you have forgotten to take Floradix® with Iron, do not take double the amount next time, but continue the application as described in the dosage instructions.

Interactions:

• Iron salts reduce the absorption of tetracyclines, penicillamine, gold compounds, levodopa, and methyldopa. 

• Iron salts affect the absorption of quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin). 

• Iron salts reduce the absorption of thyroxine in patients receiving thyroxine substitution therapy. 

• The absorption of iron is reduced by concomitant use of cholestyramine, antacids (Ca++, Mg++, Al+++ salts) as well as calcium and magnesium supplements. 

• Concomitant intake of iron salts with salicylates or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can increase the irritating effect of iron on the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract. 

• Iron-binding substances such as phosphates, pyruvates or oxalates, as well as dairy products, coffee, and black and green tea inhibit iron absorption. Floradix® with Iron should be taken either half an hour before or 2 hours after these substances. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist or another qualified healthcare professional if you are taking or have recently taken or used any other medicines, including non-prescription medicines.

Side effects:

Like all medicines, Floradix® with Iron can have side effects, although not everybody gets them. Possible side effects are • Allergic reactions may occur. At the first signs of an allergic reaction, such as facial swelling, throat swelling, rash, or abnormal sensations in the mouth and throat, e.g., a burning or tingling sensation, the intake of Floradix® with Iron should be stopped immediately. • Gastrointestinal disorders, such as abdominal pressure, feeling of fullness, and constipation. • As with all iron-containing medicines, a completely harmless darkening of the stool may occur. This stool discoloration is harmless. • The intake of liquid iron preparations can, in individual cases, lead to darkening of the tooth surfaces, which can usually be removed by thorough brushing. The frequency of side effects is not known. If you notice any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly to the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices, Dept. Pharmacovigilance, Kurt-Georg-Kiesinger-Allee 3, D-53175 Bonn, Website: www.bfarm.de. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

Further Information

What should you consider before taking Floradix® with Iron? To avoid the risk of a possible iron overdose, special caution is advised if dietary or other iron salt supplements are used. In cases of pre-existing inflammation or ulcers of the gastrointestinal mucosa, the benefit of the treatment should be carefully weighed against the risk of worsening the gastrointestinal condition. This medicine contains fructose and invert sugar (a mixture of glucose and fructose). Please take Floradix® with Iron only after consulting your doctor if you know that you suffer from an intolerance to certain sugars. Floradix® with Iron can be harmful to teeth (caries). Children What should you consider for children and adolescents? There are insufficient studies on the use of this medicine in children under 6 years of age. Therefore, Floradix® with Iron should not be used in children of this age group. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding What should you consider during pregnancy and breastfeeding? If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Driving and operating machinery No impairments are known. Important information about certain other ingredients of Floradix® with Iron None.

important instructions

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date (date after “use by”) which is stated on the folding box (outer carton) and the container (label). Do not store above 25 °C. The bottle must be closed immediately after use and stored upright in the refrigerator. Never dispose of medicines via wastewater (e.g. not via the toilet or sink). Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines when you no longer use them. By doing so, you will help protect the environment. You can find more information at www.bfarm.de/arzneimittelentsorgung. Floradix® with iron Active ingredient: iron (II) gluconate. Indication: When there is an increased need for iron, when there is a recognizable risk of developing iron deficiency. There is an increased need for iron in particular when there is increased iron loss, e.g. during menstruation. There is also an increased need for iron during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as when recovering from illness. Contains fructose and invert sugar. Please read the package insert. For information about risks and side effects, read the package insert and ask your doctor or pharmacist.