Generic Name/ Mechanism of Action Indication Contraindication Adverse Reaction Nursing Consideration

Brand Name
Classification
Ferrous Sulfate is an The prevention Patients Adverse Reactions of Ferrous ● Store all forms at room
Generic: essential component in or treatment of receiving repeated Sulfate
Ferrous sulfate the formation of iron deficiency blood transfusions; temperature.
hemoglobin, myoglobin anemia due to anaemia not due to * Large doses may ● Give between meals with
Brand Name: and enzymes. It is inadequate diet, iron deficiency. aggravate peptic ulcer, water but may give with meals
Ferrous sulfate necessary for effective malabsorption regional enteritis, and
if gastrointestinal discomfort
erythropoiesis and pregnancy, and ulcerative colitis.
transport or utilization of blood loss. * Severe Iron Poisoning: occurs.
oxygen. o Vomiting ● Transient staining of mucous
o Severe abdominal membranes and teeth will
pain occur with liquid iron
o Diarrhea
preparation. To avoid, place
o Dehydration
o Hyperventilation liquid on the back of the
o Pallor or cyanosis tongue with dropper or use
o Cardiovascular straw.
collapse ● Avoid simultaneous
administration of antacids or
tetracycline.
● Do not crush sustained-release
preparations.
● Eggs and milk inhibit
absorption.
● Monitor serum iron, total iron-
binding capacity, reticulocyte
count, hemoglobin, and
ferritin.
● Monitor daily pattern of bowel
activity and stool consistency.
● Assess for clinical
improvement, record of relief
of symptoms (fatigue,
irritability, pallor, paresthesia,
and headache).