{"product_id":"tothema-oral-solution-10ml-20s","title":"Tot'hema Oral Solution 10ml 20's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTot'hema oral solution\u003c\/b\u003e is an antianemic medicine used to treat and prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is formulated as a liquid iron supplement packaged in 10 ml glass ampoules. In addition to \u003cb\u003eiron\u003c\/b\u003e, it contains \u003cb\u003emanganese\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ecopper\u003c\/b\u003e, which work together to enhance iron absorption and optimize red blood cell production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEach 10 ml ampoule typically contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFerrous gluconate\u003c\/b\u003e (equivalent to 50 mg of elemental iron)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eManganese gluconate\u003c\/b\u003e (1.33 mg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCopper gluconate\u003c\/b\u003e (0.7 mg).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDoctors typically prescribe Tot'hema for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCurative treatment\u003c\/b\u003e of iron deficiency anemia in adults, children, and infants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreventive treatment\u003c\/b\u003e (prophylaxis) of iron deficiency in pregnant women (usually starting from the 4th month).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementation\u003c\/b\u003e when dietary iron intake is insufficient to meet body needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Administer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDilution is mandatory\u003c\/b\u003e: Shake the ampoule well, snap off both tips, and pour the contents into a glass of plain water, sweetened water, or fruit juice. Never drink it straight from the ampoule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming\u003c\/b\u003e: It is best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach before meals. If it causes stomach upset, it can be taken with or after meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid interactions\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not mix or take Tot'hema at the same time as tea, coffee, milk, or calcium supplements, as they significantly block iron absorption. Leave at least a 2-hour gap. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePotential Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStooled discoloration\u003c\/b\u003e: Stools will turn black, which is completely harmless and normal during iron therapy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTeeth staining\u003c\/b\u003e: Liquid iron can temporarily stain teeth yellow, brown, or black. Using a straw to drink the mixture and brushing your teeth immediately after helps prevent this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDigestive issues\u003c\/b\u003e: Some users experience mild nausea, heartburn, stomach cramps, diarrhea, or constipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Contraindications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDo not take this supplement if you have conditions causing an excess of iron in the body (such as hemochromatosis or thalassemia), or if your anemia is not caused by an iron deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53427036356908,"sku":null,"price":1360.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/tothema.jpg?v=1783687603","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/tothema-oral-solution-10ml-20s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}