Enazif 50 mg+0.50 mg+61.80 mg (Capsule (Timed Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 4.00 (50's pack: ৳ 200.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Carbonyl iron folic acid zinc sulfate |
| Company | Virgo pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment and prophylaxis of Iron, Folic Acid and Zinc deficiency during pregnancy and lactation
Composition
- Elemental iron 50 mg (As carbonyl iron INN)
- Folic acid BP 500 microgram
- Zinc sulphate monohydrate USP 61.80 mg (equivalent to 22.50 mg zinc)
Pharmacology
- Combined preparation of Carbonyl Iron, Folic Acid and Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
- Carbonyl Iron with not less than 98% Iron content
- High bioavailability and low toxicity
Dosage & Administration
- One Capsule daily before food
Interaction
- Carbonyl Iron decreases the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics, levodopa, levothyroxine, methyldopa and penecillamine
- Folic Acid interacts with antiepileptics
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to any component
- Iron overload
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal irritations such as nausea, anorexia, vomiting, discomfort, constipation and diarrhoea
- Dark stool
- Rare allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during first trimester should be avoided if possible
- Definite evidence of Iron deficiency required for first trimester use
- Justified during the remainder of pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Special care in patients with Iron overload states
- Failure to response to treatment requires further investigations
- Risk of Zinc accumulation in patients with renal failure
Overdose Effects
- Decreased energy, nausea, abdominal pain, tarry stool, weak rapid pulse, fever, coma, seizures
Therapeutic Class
- Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children