Generic: Iron Polymaltose Complex Folic Acid Zinc Vitamin B Complex  |  Dosage Form: Capsule  |  Manufacturer: Biogen Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Indications

This is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of Zinc, Iron, Folic Acid, Vitamin B Complex deficiency, especially during pregnancy and lactation.

Dosage & Administration

One capsule daily. In more severe cases, 2 capsules a day may be required or as directed by the physician.

Interaction

No drug interactions have been reported.

Contraindications

This product is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated. However, a few allergic reactions may be seen.

Precautions & Warnings

Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overloads, such as those with haemochromatosis, haemolytic anaemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelates with tetracycline and absorption may be impaired.

Overdose Effects

Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children below 6 years. Avoid higher doses if you have liver disease or hemochromatosis; excess can cause bloody diarrhea, vomiting, acidosis, darkened stools, abdominal pain. Symptoms may clear in a few hours. Riboflavin is reported to be completely safe and no toxic symptoms have been reported so far. Higher doses of Nicotinamide may cause vomiting, diarrhea. Sensory neuropathy was observed in individuals consuming more than 200 mg Pyridoxine for very long periods. No case of Folic acid overdose has been reported. Zinc toxicity has been seen in both acute and chronic forms. Ingestion of 150 to 450 mg of zinc per day has been associated with low copper status, altered iron function, reduced immune function, and reduced levels of high-density lipoproteins. So, Zinc at its RDA dosage does not cause any significant effect.

Therapeutic Class

Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.