Aristoferon 200 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
200 ml bottle: ৳ 40.25
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ferrous sulfate |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of iron deficiency anaemia
- Prevention of anaemia of pregnancy
- Routine administration of iron
Description
- General properties of iron salts
- Facilitates O2 transport via haemoglobin
- Used as iron source to replace iron in haemoglobin, myoglobin, and other enzymes
Dosage & Administration
- Adult initial therapeutic dose: 3-4 ½ teaspoonful daily in divided doses or as prescribed
- Adult maintenance dose: 1 ½ teaspoonful daily, up to 1.8g (9 teaspoonful) daily if needed
- Children dosage: varies based on age and weight
- Mix with water or fruit juice to avoid temporary staining of teeth
- Do not mix with milk
Interaction
- Diminished absorption when taken concomitantly with Tetracycline
- Iron salt should be given 3 hours before or 2 hours after Tetracycline when taken together
- Decreased absorption in the presence of antacids or when taken with tea
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in haemachromatosis and haemosiderosis
- Not suitable for patients receiving repeated blood transfusion
- Not suitable for patients with anaemia not produced by iron deficiency
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting
- May cause constipation with continuous administration
- Temporary staining of teeth with liquid medication (less likely when diluted)
Precautions & Warnings
- Administer with caution to patients with iron storage or iron absorption disease
- Use with caution in patients with haemoglobinopathies or existing gastrointestinal disease
Therapeutic Class
- Oral Iron preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Keep away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children