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Background and Date of Approval
The combination of Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc is medically approved for the treatment and prevention of conditions like iron deficiency anemia, folate deficiency anemia, and zinc deficiency.
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Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc provides the body with the essential nutrients it needs to produce red blood cells and maintain overall health and well-being.
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Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc is used to treat and prevent deficiencies of these nutrients, which can occur for a variety of reasons, such as poor diet, pregnancy and breastfeeding, certain medical conditions, and chronic blood loss.
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Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc is administered orally and is available in the form of tablets. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.
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Warnings
Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include hives, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. It can damage the liver in some people. Symptoms of liver damage can include yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, and abdominal pain.
Precautions
If you experience side effects, hives, swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue, difficulty breathing, and dizziness., stop taking Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc and seek medical attention immediately. If you experience symptoms like yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, and abdominal pain, talk to your doctor.
Side Effects
Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc can cause some side effects, including allergic reaction, iron overload, liver damage, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach, and black stools.
Word Of Advice
Do not take Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid + Zinc if you are allergic to iron, folic acid, or zinc. Do not take it if you have iron overload disorder or hemochromatosis. Talk to your doctor before taking this medication if you have any other medical conditions, such as kidney disease, liver disease, or stomach ulcers. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It can interact with certain other medications. Talk to your doctor about all of the medications you are taking before starting it. Take it with food to reduce the risk of stomach upset. Do not crush or chew. If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.
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References
- J.B. Blumberg et al., The Use of Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplements: A Modified DeOhi Consensus Panel Report, Clinical Therapeutics, 2018, 40(4), [Accessed on 29th Sept 2023], https://reader.elsevier.com/reader/sd/pii/S0149291818300894?token=54B0F3340E5F716F3068E59E4C711E498FDDED71D9F17F1CD1294C9FEA4C70CB3F90AF9BAB04165956BFC3B0C5F09472&originRegion=eu-west-1&originCreation=20210615051029
- Categories of Oral Iron, Society for the Advancement of Blood Management, Inc., 2020, https://sabm.org/wp-content/uploads/2ai-Categories-Oral-Iron.pdf
- Aliasgharpour Mehri, Trace Elements in Human Nutrition (II) – An Update, Int J Prev Med. 2020; 11: 2, [Accessed on 29th Sep 2023], https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6993532/
Disclaimer
The drug information on this page is not a substitute for medical advice; it is meant for educational purposes only. For further details, consult your doctor about your medical condition to know if you can receive this treatment.
