Ferrous Ascorbate, Folic Acid and Zinc Sulphate Tablet

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Product Composition



The product is essential for pregnant females and it contains iron, folic acid and zinc which helps in counteracting the deficiency. During pregnancy, demand of nutrients increases as to provide basic necessities to the developing foetus. RBC count increases gradually to supply more and more nutrients therefore supply of iron with other components is increased. Iron and folic acid is very essential components of red blood cell whereas zinc is required in production of numerous metallo-enzyme.



Indication:

It is mostly prescribed to pregnant females suffering from anaemia due to iron or folic acid deficiency.



About Composition:

Iron is the major component of red blood cell as it forms the heme part of haemoglobin so as to transport oxygen. It is mainly use in conditions like anaemia.

Folic Acid is a type of B vitamin helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer. Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious, aplastic, or normocytic anemia.

Zinc: It help is synthesis of more than 70 different enzymes. Zinc containing enzymes regulates metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Zinc fastens wound healing; maintain normal growth rates, balance skin hydration and the senses of taste and smell. It assists normal growth and tissue repair. It boosts cell mediated immunity. It is poorly absorbed when given orally. Zinc is well distributed in tissues lik skeletal muscle, skin, bone, pancreas, kidney, liver, retina, prostate, RBC, and WBC. Zinc is mainly excreted through intestine and only 2% loss in the urine.



Side Effects:

The product is possible safe for most adults. There is no disadvantage associated with the product if taken under the recommended usage however anorexia, nausea, abdominal distention, flatulence, reduced appetite may occur in some patients. If more severe side effects appear, immediately discontinue the use.



Contraindication:

⇒ Kidney disease with reduction in kidney function
⇒ Haemolytic anaemia
⇒ Do not consume alcohol
⇒ Tetracyclines and antacids



Warning & Precaution:

⇒ Do not exceed the recommended dose.
⇒ Keep out of reach of children