Generic
Carbonyl Iron + Folic Acid + Zinc Sulfate + Vitamin B Complex + Vitamin C
Indications
This capsule is indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of iron, folic acid, zinc, vitamin-B complex and vitamin-C deficiency, especially during pregnancy and lactation.
Pharmacology
Each capsule contains Elemental Iron [as Carbonyl iron] INN 50 mg Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate BP 61.80 mg equivalent to Zinc 22.50 mg Folic Acid BP 0.5mg Nicotinamide BP 10 mg Riboflavin BP 2 mg Pyridoxine Hydrochloride BP 1 mg Ascorbic Acid USP 50 mg Thiamine Mononitrate BP 2 mg.
Dosage Administration
Elemental Iron [as Carbonyl iron] INN 50 mg Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate BP 61.80 mg equivalent to Zinc 22.50 mg Folic Acid BP 0.5mg Nicotinamide BP 10 mg Riboflavin BP 2 mg Pyridoxine Hydrochloride BP 1 mg Ascorbic Acid USP 50 mg Thiamine Mononitrate BP 2 mg.
Contraindications
Carbonyl Iron decreases the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics, levodopa, levothyroxine, methyldopa and penicillamine. Folic Acid interacts with antiepileptics, so plasma concentrations of phenobarbital, phenytoin and primidone are possibly reduced.
Side Effects
It is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Iron therapy is contraindicated in the presence of haemolytic anaemia.
Pregnancy And Lactation
Allergic sensitization has been reported following oral administration of Folic acid. Oral iron preparation may cause constipation, particularly in older patients.
Therapeutic
Symptoms of Carbonyl Iron include decreased energy, nausea, abdominal pain, tarry stool, weak, rapid pulse, fever, coma, seizures.
Storage Conditions
Iron, Vitamin & Mineral Combined preparation