Alfol CI 50 mg+0.50 mg+61.80 mg (Capsule (Timed Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 4.80 (6 x 10: ৳ 288.00)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Carbonyl iron folic acid zinc sulfate |
| Company | Albion laboratories limited |
Indications
- Treating Iron, Folic Acid, and Zinc deficiency during pregnancy and lactation
Composition
- Elemental iron 50 mg (as carbonyl iron INN)
- Folic acid BP 500 microgram
- Zinc sulphate monohydrate USP 61.80 mg (equivalent to 22.50 mg zinc)
Mode of Action
- Combined preparation of Carbonyl Iron, Folic Acid, and Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
- High bioavailability of Carbonyl Iron
- Low toxicity of Carbonyl Iron
Dosage & Administration
- One capsule daily before food for adults or as directed by a physician
Interaction
- Decreases absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics, levodopa, levothyroxine, methyldopa, and penecillamine
- Folic acid interacts with antiepileptics
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to any component
- Iron overload
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Anorexia
- Vomiting
- Discomfort
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dark stool
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoiding drug use during the first trimester if possible
- Justifying prophylaxis of Iron deficiency during the remainder of pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Special care needed in Iron overload states such as haemochromatosis, haemolytic anemia, or red blood cell aplasia
- Failure to respond to treatment requires further investigations
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of Carbonyl Iron overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep away from light and moisture
- Keep out of the reach of children