Composition
Tab: Ferrous fumarate 150 mg, folic acid 0.5 mg.
Indications & Dosage
Prophylaxis of iron and folic acid deficiency in pregnancy: Adults: 1 tab daily before meals. Children: Not recommended.
Contraindications
Peptic ulcer, regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis, vitB 12 deficiency, paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria, haemosiderosis, haemochromatosis, repeated blood transfusion.
Precautions
1st trimester, history of peptic ulcer. folate dependent tumours.
Interactions
Tetracyclines, antacids, co-trimoxazole. anticonvulsants, penicillamine, chloramphenicol, sulphasalazine, cholestyramine.
Side Effects
GI upset, allergic reactions.