Fer-Z
Rx- Company:
- Organic Health Care
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Capsule
৳ 3/unit
Pack: ৳ 3
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At a glance
Carbonyl Iron + Folic Acid + Zinc is a combination capsule used to supplement iron, folic acid, and zinc deficiencies during pregnancy and lactation. It helps prevent anemia, supports fetal neural development, and strengthens the immune system.
Indications
- Iron, folic acid, and zinc deficiency during pregnancy
- Iron, folic acid, and zinc deficiency during lactation
- Iron deficiency anemia
- Megaloblastic anemia due to folic acid deficiency
Dosage
Adults: One capsule daily. In more severe cases, 2 capsules a day may be required, or as directed by the physician.
Note: For maximum absorption, take on an empty stomach; may take with or after meals to minimize GI irritation.
Side effects
Iron (>10%): Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, epigastric pain, dark stools, vomiting.
Frequency Not Defined: Hemosiderosis (during long-term administration of large amounts), urine discoloration, dental stain by some formulations, heartburn.
Folic acid: Bronchospasm, erythema, malaise, pruritus, rash, slight flushing.
Zinc: Nausea/vomiting, gastric irritation, elevations of serum alkaline phosphatase, amylase, and lipase (may return to normal within 1-2 years of therapy), neurologic deterioration (rare).
Precautions & warnings
- Caution in patients who may develop iron overload (hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemia, red cell aplasia).
- Iron chelates with tetracycline, impairing absorption; maintain at least 2-3 hours gap.
- Antacids decrease iron absorption; maintain at least 2 hours gap.
- Present in breast milk; use with caution during lactation.