Pregtal 150 mg+0.5 mg+61.8 mg (Capsule (Timed Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 3.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Ferrous sulfate folic acid zinc sulfate
Company	Prime pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of Iron, Folic Acid, and Zinc deficiency during pregnancy and lactation

Composition

Timed-release capsule
Ferrous Sulphate BP 150 mg (equivalent to 47 mg Iron)
Folic Acid BP 500 mcg
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate USP 61.80 mg (equivalent to 22.50 mg Zinc)

Dosage & Administration

Adult/Elderly: 1 capsule daily, 2 capsules in severe cases
Children (over 1 year): 1 capsule daily, may be opened and mixed with soft cool food

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to components
Iron overload

Side Effects

Dark stools
Nausea
Gastrointestinal irritation
Anorexia
Vomiting
Discomfort
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Rare allergic reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid use in the first trimester if possible
Definite evidence of Iron deficiency required for Iron administration in first trimester

Precautions & Warnings

Care in patients prone to Iron overload
Failure to respond to treatment may indicate other causes of anaemia
Interactions with tetracycline, penicillamine, antacids
Zinc absorption reduced in presence of Iron
Zinc accumulation risk in renal failure patients

Overdose Effects

Iron overdosage dangerous, requires immediate attention
Gastric lavage or induced vomiting if possible
Symptomatic and supportive measures
Delayed excessive absorption due to timed-release capsule

Therapeutic Class

Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation

Storage Conditions

Protected from light and moisture
Store below 30˚C

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