Famina Z (Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Carbonyl iron folic acid zinc sulfate vitamin b complex vitamin c
Company	Silva pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment and prophylaxis of iron, folic acid, zinc, vitamin-B complex, and vitamin-C deficiency
Especially during pregnancy and lactation

Composition

Elemental Iron [as Carbonyl iron] INN 50 mg
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate BP 61.80 mg equivalent to Zinc 22.50 mg
Folic Acid BP 0.5mg
Nicotinamide BP 10 mg
Riboflavin BP 2 mg
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride BP 1 mg
Ascorbic Acid USP 50 mg
Thiamine Mononitrate BP 2 mg

Pharmacology

Carbonyl Iron higher bioavailability, low toxicity, and better GI tolerance
Folic acid vital for cell division and normal healthy development of the neural tube
Vitamin B Complex required for growth and development of unborn babies
Vitamin C plays a role in the structure of collagen in the fetal membrane
Zinc critical nutrient for fetal growth & development, central nervous system development & function and ensures better maternal & infant health

Dosage & Administration

Adult: One capsule daily before food or as directed by the physician. Use in children & adolescents upon consultation with a doctor

Interaction

Carbonyl Iron decreases the absorption of certain antibiotics
Folic Acid interacts with antiepileptics

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients, presence of haemolytic anaemia

Side Effects

Allergic sensitization following oral administration of Folic acid
Oral iron preparation may cause constipation, particularly in older patients

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid use of any drug during the first trimester of pregnancy if possible
Administration of Iron during the first trimester requires definite evidence of Iron deficiency
Prophylaxis of Iron deficiency where inadequate diet calls for supplementary Zinc and Folic acid is justified during the remainder of the pregnancy

Precautions & Warnings

Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overload, such as those with hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelates with tetracycline and absorption may be impaired

Overdose Effects

Symptoms of Carbonyl Iron include decreased energy, nausea, abdominal pain, tarry stool, weak rapid pulse, fever, coma, seizures