Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc Sulfate

Generic Details

Generic Name

Ferrous Ascorbate Folic Acid Zinc Sulfate

Other Names

  • iron ascorbate folic acid zinc sulphate
  • iron ascorbate

Drug Class

  • Nutritional supplement

Chemical Formula

Molecular Weight

Mechanism of Action

  • Ferrous ascorbate provides elemental iron, folic acid is a form of vitamin B9, and zinc sulfate provides essential zinc, all of which are important for various metabolic processes in the body.

Indications

  • Iron deficiency anemia
  • Pregnancy and lactation supplementation
  • Nutritional deficiency
  • Improving red blood cell production

Common Dosage Forms

  • Tablet
  • Syrup

Typical Dosage

  • 1 tablet once daily
  • 10 ml of syrup once daily

Pediatric Dosage

  • Dosage varies based on age and weight. Please consult a healthcare provider.

Geriatric Dosage

  • Same as typical dosage unless otherwise specified by a healthcare provider.

Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach cramps
  • Black stools

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Thalassemia

Pregnancy Category

  • Category A - Controlled studies in pregnant women show no risk

Lactation Safety

  • Compatible with breastfeeding

Drug Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Proton pump inhibitors
  • Tetracyclines

Overdose Symptoms

  • Excessive iron intake can be toxic, leading to symptoms like vomiting, abdominal pain, and lethargy.

Antidote for Overdose

  • Chelation therapy with deferoxamine

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

Pharmacokinetics

  • Absorption: Well absorbed in the intestine
  • Distribution: Distributed in various tissues including the liver and bone marrow
  • Metabolism: Metabolized in the liver
  • Excretion: Excreted in feces and urine

Precautions

  • Monitor iron levels regularly during therapy
  • Use with caution in patients with gastrointestinal disorders

Warnings

  • Keep out of reach of children
  • Do not take with dairy products or calcium supplements

Others

  • It is important to take this medication with food to decrease the likelihood of gastrointestinal side effects.