Generic Name: Ferrous Sulfate + Folic Acid

Brand Name: Ameciron

Date Ordered: April 18, 2022

Dosage/Route/Frequency: 1 cap / Oral / OD

Pharmacologic Classification: Iron supplement

Physiologic Classification: Nutritional supplement

Mechanism of Action: Enters the bloodstream and is transported to the organs of the
reticuloendothelial system, where it is separated out and becomes part of iron stores.

Indication: To prevent iron deficiency on recommended daily allowance. 

Desired Effect: it lowers the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnant women.

Contraindication: Hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemias, hemosiderosis, hypertensitivity to

iron salts or their components, other anemic conditions unless accompanied by iron deficiency

Side Effects: Constipation, diarrhea, or upset stomach

Adverse Effect: Chest pain, hypertension, hypotension, tachycardia

Nursing Responsibilities Rationale

Check doctor’s order To provide directions regarding the
medication including the name the dose,
route, and frequency.

Assess nutritional status and dietary history To determine the possible cause of anemia
and need for patient teaching.

Tell patient to take tablets with juice or water It may alter the therapeutic effect of the drug.
but not with milk or antacids.