Feviz Plus (Capsule)

Indications

• Treatment and prophylaxis of Zinc, Iron, Folic Acid, B-vitamins deficiency during pregnancy and lactation

Composition

• Iron BP 47 mg (as Iron Polymaltose Complex 188 mg)
• Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate USP 61.8 mg (eq. to 22.5 mg of elemental zinc)
• Folic Acid BP 0.50 mg
• Thiamine Hydrochloride USP 5 mg
• Riboflavin BP 2 mg
• Nicotinamide USP 20 mg
• Pyridoxine Hydrochloride BP 2 mg

Pharmacology

• Special preparation of Iron Polymaltose Complex, Folic Acid, Zinc, and B vitamins
• Water soluble and macromolecular complex of poly nuclear iron (III) hydroxide and partially hydrolysed dextrin
• Does not interact with food components or other medications
• Faster utilization of iron in haemoglobin synthesis
• Prevention of neural tube defects
• Essential for metabolic processes, blood formation, wound healing, and immune system
• Essential for nervous and digestive system functioning
• Important for digestion, immune system support, and energy production
• Essential for brain development, production of red blood cells, metabolism of proteins, and reducing morning sickness
• Important for energy, blood pressure, and circulation

Dosage & Administration

• One capsule daily
• In more severe cases, 2 capsules a day may be required or as directed by the physician

Interaction

• No drug interactions reported

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients

Side Effects

• Generally well tolerated
• May cause allergic reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Recommended during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

• Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overloads
• Avoid higher doses if liver disease or hemochromatosis
• Iron chelates with tetracycline and absorption may be impaired

Overdose Effects

• Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children below 6 years
• Avoid higher doses if liver disease or hemochromatosis
• Symptoms may include bloody diarrhea, vomiting, acidosis, darkened stools, and abdominal pain
• No toxic symptoms reported for Riboflavin
• Higher doses of Nicotinamide may cause vomiting, diarrhea
• Sensory neuropathy observed with consumption of more than 200 mg of Pyridoxine for very long periods
• No reported case of Folic acid overdose
• Zinc toxicity seen in both acute and chronic forms
• Ingestion of 150 to 450 mg of zinc per day associated with low copper status, altered iron function, reduced immune function, and reduced levels of high-density lipoproteins

Therapeutic Class

• Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

• Do not store above 30°C
• Keep away from light and out of the reach of children

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