Iron Capsule

Ferrous Sulphate + Folic Acid + Zinc

150 mg + 500 mcg + 22.5 m

Hudson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Pack size	100's pack
Unite Price	2.50 BDT

Indications

Iron Capsule is used for: Iron, Zinc & Folic acid deficiency

Adult Dose

Adults: 1-2 capsule daily.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

For maximum absorption take on empty stomach, but may take with or after meals to minimize GI irritation

Contra Indications

Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Folic Acid is contraindicated in untreated cobalamine deficiency.

Precautions

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.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Concurrent admin with antacids/H2 antagonists may reduce absorption of iron. Chloramphenicol may delay response to iron. Iron may reduce the absorption of levodopa, methyldopa and penicillamine when given together. Absorption may be reduced when used with quinolones or tetracyclines.

Side Effects

Side effects of Ferrous Sulphate + Folic Acid + Zinc : Generally well tolerated. However, a few allergic reactions may be seen.

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.

Note

Iron 150 mg + 500 mcg + 22.5 m Capsule generic name is Ferrous Sulphate + Folic Acid + Zinc. Iron 150 mg + 500 mcg + 22.5 m Capsule is manufactured by Hudson Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Iron is availble in all over Bangladesh. Mes BD drug index information on Iron Capsule is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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