Feofol-Cl 50mg 10 pcs

Dietary supplements, Iron deficiency, Iron deficiency anemia, Pregnancy, Pregnancy and lactation

Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

 

Pharmacology

 

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.

One capsule daily. In more severe cases, 2 capsules a day may be required or as directed by the physician.

Carbonyl iron: Antacids may decrease the absorption of carbonyl iron.

Folic acid: Antiepileptics, oral contraceptives, anti-TB drugs, alcohol, aminopterin, methotrexate, pyrimethamine, trimethoprim and sulphonamides may result to decrease in serum folate contrations. Decreases serum phenytoin concentrations.

This product is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients

Iron: 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

Pregnancy Category- Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.

Lactation: Excreted in breast milk

Care should be taken in patients who may develop iron overload, such as those with haemochromatosis, haemolytic anemia or red cell aplasia. Iron chelates with tetracycline and absorption may be impaired