Irofil-Fz48mg+0.5mg+22.5mg

Indication

Iron, Folic Acid and Zinc deficiency, Dietary supplement, Pregnancy and lactation

Administration

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

Adult Dose

Adults: 1-2 capsule daily.

Child Dose

Child: Over 1 year: 1 capsule daily.

Contraindication

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

Mode of Action

Ferrous ascorbate is a synthetic molecule of ascorbic acid and iron. Ferrous ascorbate is a stable complex of iron and ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid play... View More

Precaution

Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overload, such as those with haemochromatosis, haemolytic anemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelate... View More

Side Effect

Generally well tolerated. However, a few allergic reactions may be seen. Sometimes gastrointestinal disturbance like abdominal pain, dyspepsia, nausea, ... View More

Interaction

Concurrent admin with antacids/H2 antagonists may reduce absorption of iron. Chloramphenicol may delay response to iron. Iron may reduce the absorption ... View More