Iron Polymaltose Complex (Elemental Iron) + Folic Acid + Zinc
Precaution
Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overload, such as those with haemochromatosis, haemolytic anaemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelates with tetracycline and absorption may be impaired.
Lactation: Present in breast milk, use caution
Indication
Dietary supplement, Iron, Folic Acid and Zinc deficiency especially during pregnancy and lactation.
Contra Indication
This product is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Dose
N/A
Side Effect
Generally well tolerated. However, a few allergic reactions may be seen.
Pregnancy Category
Name :
Not Classified
Description
FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Mode of Action
Iron: Essential component in the formation of hemoglobin; adequate amounts of iron are necessary for effective erythropoiesis; also serves as a cofactor of several essential enzymes, including cytochromes that are involved in electron transport. Replacement of iron stores found in hemoglobin, myoglobin, and enzymes; works to transport oxygen via hemoglobin.
Folic acid: Required for nucleoprotein synthesis and the maintenance of normal erythropoiesis; folic acid is converted in the liver and plasma to its metabolically active form, tetrahydrofolic acid, by dihydrofolate reductase; prevents neural tube defects in women of childbearing potential and higher doses required during pregnancy.
Zinc: Cofactor in over 100 enzymes; plays a role in DNA synthesis; supports a healthy immune system; helps maintain a sense of smell and taste; may assist in porper function of insulin.
Interaction
Iron: Antacids may decrease the absorption of carbonyl iron.
Folic acid: Antiepileptics, oral contraceptives, anti-TB drugs, alcohol, aminopterin, methotrexate, pyrimethamine, trimethoprim and sulphonamides may result to decrease in serum folate contrations. Decreases serum phenytoin concentrations.
Pregnancy Category Note
N/A
Adult Dose
One capsule daily. In more severe cases, 2 capsules a day may be required
Child Dose
N/A
Renal Dose
N/A
Administration
For maximum absorption take on empty stomach, but may take with or after meals to minimize GI irritation
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