General Drug Information and Indications

Iron/vitamin B-complex supplement for horses; treatment/prevention of iron deficiency anemia and nutritional support. Iron-B vitamin liquid supplement (ferrous fumarate + vitamin B complex). Mechanism: iron is essential component of hemoglobin (oxygen transport) and myoglobin; B vitamins are cofactors for red blood cell synthesis (B12, folate), energy metabolism (B1, B2, niacin), and erythropoiesis support. Oral supplementation for iron-responsive anemia. Key information Vitamin/iron supplement liquid for horses. Store at room temperature. Administer by mouth or mix with feed. Contains iron — do not overdose.

How to Give this Medication

Oral liquid: Administer orally. May be given with food to improve compliance and reduce GI upset. May mix into food or water. Administer with food to reduce GI adverse effects. Administer as directed. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you forget a day, simply resume the normal schedule the next day. Missing an occasional dose of this supplement is unlikely to cause harm.

Side Effects

GI: GI upset, dark feces (iron). Constipation (iron supplementation). Iron toxicity (overdose): vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hepatotoxicity, cardiovascular collapse. B-vitamin component: minimal adverse effects.

Precautions

For animals Iron toxicity with excessive oral iron supplementation — administer as directed. Dark feces expected (inform owners). For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Iron supplement — iron overdose is dangerous to children. Keep securely stored. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.

Overdose

Contact your veterinarian. Iron supplement overdose causes GI signs and iron toxicosis.

Red Cell dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
RED CELL 3.785 L (1 GALLON) SUSPENSION—Suspension1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)