Generic: Ferrous Sulfate Folic Acid  |  Dosage Form: Capsule (Timed Release)  |  Manufacturer: Ambee Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Indications

This capsule is a haematinic preparation for the treatment and prophylaxis of iron and folic acid deficiency, especially during pregnancy and lactation.

Dosage & Administration

1 (one) capsule a day, throughout pregnancy and lactation. Some patients may need a higher dose because of dietary or other factors.

Interaction

The absorption of both iron salts and tetracyclines is diminished when they are taken concomitantly by mouth. The absorption of iron salts may also be decreased by magnesium trisilicate-containing antacid.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients receiving repeated blood transfusions or in patients with anaemias not produced by iron deficiency unless iron deficiency is also present.

Side Effects

Because iron salts are astringent, gastrointestinal irritation may occur. Nausea and epigastric pain are dose related.

Precautions & Warnings

Iron chelates with antacid and tetracycline and absorption of all these may be impaired if taken concurrently. However, the administration of tetracycline during pregnancy is contraindicated.

Overdose Effects

Symptoms of overdosage with iron salts include epigastric pain, nausea and vomiting, haematemesis and circulatory collapse. In severe cases encephalopathy, acute hepatic necrosis and acute renal failure may develop after a latent period. The timed release capsule presentation of ferrous sulfate may delay excessive absorption of iron and allow more time for the initiation of appropriate counter measures. Treatment consists of gastric lavage followed by the introduction of 5 gm desferrioxamine into the stomach. Serum iron levels should be monitored, in severe cases intravenous desferrioxamine should be given together with supportive and symptomatic measures as required.

Therapeutic Class

Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Do not store above 25°C temperature, keep away from light and wet place. Keep out of reach of children.