Irofil-FZ 48 mg+0.5 mg+22.5 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ferrous ascorbate folic acid zinc sulfate |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Prophylaxis of iron deficiency
- Supplementary zinc and iron during pregnancy
- Anemia
Description
- Oral iron, folic acid, and zinc preparation
- Treatment of iron, folic acid, and zinc deficiency
Pharmacology
- Combination of iron, vitamin C, folic acid, and zinc
- Replenishes iron stores
- Enhances iron absorption
- Vital role in red blood cell formation
- Essential in pregnancy for fetal development
- Provides nutrition
Dosage & Administration
- Adult & Elderly: One tablet a day
- Food independent absorption
- Pediatric patients: Safety and effectiveness not established
Interaction
- Chelates with tetracycline
- Interference with tetracycline antibiotics absorption
- Occasional gastrointestinal discomfort may be minimized by taking with meals
- Impaired iron absorption with penicillamine and antacid
- Risk of zinc accumulation in renal failure patients
Contraindications
- Haemolytic anaemia
- Increased hypersensitivity to any components
- Increased body iron content
Side Effects
- Mild and transient
- Epigastric pain
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Heartburn
- Allergic sensitization
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Consult physician if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- Avoid first trimester administration unless definite evidence of iron deficiency
- Justified prophylaxis during the rest of pregnancy when zinc supplementation required
Precautions & Warnings
- Care in patients at risk of iron overload
- Failure to respond to treatment may indicate other causes of anemia
Overdose Effects
- Variable clinical course
- Symptoms include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hypotension, shock, coma
Therapeutic Class
- Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C temperature
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children