Bestal (Capsule)

Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (50's pack: ৳ 150.00)

Medicine Details

Indications

  • Treatment of Iron deficiency
  • Prophylaxis of vitamin deficiency
  • Pregnancy support
  • Pre-conception vitamin and mineral supplement

Composition

  • Ferrous Sulphate 150 mg
  • Folic acid 0.5 mg
  • Thiamine Mononitrate (vitamin B1 ) 2 mg
  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2 ) 2 mg
  • Nicotinamide (vitamin B3 ) 10 mg
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (vitamin B6 ) 1 mg
  • Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) 50 mg

Pharmacology

  • Essential roles of Iron in the body
  • Functions of Folic acid in metabolic systems
  • Necessity of Vitamin C for collagen formation and tissue repair
  • Role of Vitamin B complex in maintaining cell health and providing energy

Dosage & Administration

  • Recommended adult dose: one capsule daily
  • In more severe deficiency states, 2 capsules a day may be required
  • Or as directed by the physician

Interaction

  • Interaction with Iron storage or Iron absorption disease
  • Chelation with antacids and Tetracycline leading to impaired absorption

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to any ingredients
  • Contraindicated in haemachromatosis and haemosiderosis
  • Cautious use in patients taking Levodopa

Side Effects

  • Generally well tolerated
  • Possible allergic reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Recommended during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

  • Care for patients prone to iron overload
  • Chelation with tetracycline leading to impaired absorption

Overdose Effects

  • Accidental overdose leading to fatal poisoning in children
  • Symptoms of excess iron intake

Therapeutic Class

  • Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a dry place below 25°C
  • Protect from light

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