Biofez 50 mg+0.50 mg+61.80 mg (Capsule (Timed Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 3.01 (5 x 10: ৳ 150.50)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.10
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Carbonyl iron folic acid zinc sulfate |
| Company | Jayson pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of iron deficiency
- Prophylaxis of iron deficiency during pregnancy
- Prophylaxis of folic acid deficiency during lactation
Composition
- Each capsule contains 50 mg Elemental iron (as carbonyl iron INN)
- Each capsule contains 500 microgram Folic acid BP
- Each capsule contains 61.80 mg Zinc sulphate monohydrate USP
Pharmacology
- Timed-release capsule
- Combined preparation of Carbonyl Iron, Folic Acid, and Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
- Carbonyl Iron with not less than 98% Iron content
Dosage & Administration
One capsule daily before food for adults
Interaction
- Carbonyl Iron decreases the absorption of certain antibiotics and medications
- Folic Acid interacts with antiepileptics
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component or Iron overload
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal irritations like nausea, vomiting, constipation
- Dark stool
- Rare allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
Administration during first trimester requires definite evidence of Iron deficiency
Precautions & Warnings
- Special care needed in Iron overload states
- Failure to respond to treatment requires further investigations
- Risk of Zinc accumulation in patients with renal failure
Overdose Effects
Symptoms include decreased energy, nausea, abdominal pain, tarry stool, coma, seizures
Therapeutic Class
Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture