This product is a combination of ferrous ascorbate, zinc sulphate and folic acid indicated for the treatment of iron, folic acid and zinc deficiency. This medication is used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (e.g., for anemia or during pregnancy). Folic acid assists in producing and maintaining new cells in the body, and it also helps in resisting changes to DNA that may lead to cancer . It is also used to treat iron deficiency anemia.
Iron deficiency
Anemia
Folic acid is vital in a number of bodily functions ranging from nucleotide biosynthesis to the remethylation of homocysteine. It is especially vital during rapid cell division and growth. Folic acid is required by both children and adults to produce healthy red blood cells and stop anemia. Iron helps in the transportation ofa oxygen throughout the body and maintains red blood cells, thus making an individual feel energetic and preventing anemia.
Can be taken orally with water, after meals
Skin rashes
Stomach discomforts
Heart burn
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Nausea
It is contradicted in patients with haemolytic anemia.
Hypersenstivity to any of its component.
| Ferrous ascorbate | 100 mg |
| Zinc sulphate | 22.5 mg |
| Folic acid | 0.15 mg |