Hematin 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 | Ziska pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Prophylaxis of iron deficiency
- Supplementary zinc and iron during pregnancy and anemia
Description
- Oral iron, folic acid, and zinc preparation for the treatment of iron, folic acid, and zinc deficiency
Pharmacology
- Combination of Ferrous Ascorbate, Folic Acid & Zinc
- Iron replenishment
- Enhanced absorption of iron with Vitamin C
- Vital role of Folic Acid in red blood cell formation
- Essential role of Zinc as a micromineral
Dosage & Administration
- One tablet a day for adults & elderly
- Food independent absorption
- Two tablets a day in severe cases
- Safety and effectiveness not established in pediatric patients
Interaction
- Iron chelates with tetracycline
- Interference with absorption of oral tetracycline antibiotics
- Minimize gastrointestinal discomfort by taking with meals
- Impaired absorption of iron with concurrent penicillamine and antacid administrations
- Risk of zinc accumulation in renal failure patients
Contraindications
- Patients with haemolytic anaemia
- Patients with increased hypersensitivity to any components
- Patients with increased body iron content
Side Effects
- Mild and transient side effects
- Epigastric pain
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Heartburn
- Allergic sensitization reported following oral and parenteral administration of folic acid
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contact physician if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or currently breastfeeding
- Avoid administration in first trimester unless definite evidence of iron deficiency
- Prophylaxis of iron deficiency justified when zinc supplementation is required during the remainder of pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Care in patients who may develop iron overload
- Failure to respond to treatment may indicate other causes of anemia and should be further investigated
Overdose Effects
- Variable clinical course of acute iron overdosage
- Symptoms including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, tarry stools, hypotension, tachycardia, metabolic acidosis, seizures, 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