Folio F
Leaflet
Each tablet contains ferrous fumarate 308mg + folic acid 350mcg.
Folic acid and iron are used in cases of anemia and pregnancy.
Iron is an essential constituent for human body, it is necessary to from hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to the living cells. Oxygen is needed to obtain energy. iron and folic acid together in favor of the formation of new cell nuclei of the red cells, promote the synthesis of nucleic acids. Such a very important role is more and more important for pregnant woman who are subject to anemia.
Oral administration of divalent iron (Fe++) is absorbed by the upper part of the gastrointestinal tract, much more if compared with the trivalent iron (Fe+++) (Fe++- amino acids) complex. There is evidence, the formation of unstable compounds plays the role in iron absorption, which is bound to blood transferin, and then it would be utilized in the hemopoesis or stored ready for demand.
The daily-excreted iron, via dead cells of the skin m via mucous membrane cells, and via bile or urine is 1mg.
The daily-excreted iron, via dead cells of the skin m via mucous membrane cells, and via bile or urine is 1mg.
FOLIO F is given to patients who have iron deficiency anemia, particularly for pregnant and nursing women.
FOLIO-F is contra indicated in the cases below:
1- Iron accumulation.
2- Chronic hemolytic conditions.
3- Impaired iron utilization, e.g. thalacemia, anemia due to lead poisoning.
Side effects: occasionally gastro intestinal disturbances, e.g. sensation of stomach fullness, feeling of pressure on stomach, some cases of constipation or diarrhea. Such symptoms disappear after reducing or stopping the use of iron compounds.
1- Iron accumulation.
2- Chronic hemolytic conditions.
3- Impaired iron utilization, e.g. thalacemia, anemia due to lead poisoning.
Side effects: occasionally gastro intestinal disturbances, e.g. sensation of stomach fullness, feeling of pressure on stomach, some cases of constipation or diarrhea. Such symptoms disappear after reducing or stopping the use of iron compounds.
Oral FOLIO-F shall be given with much caution if potential iron therapy is needed.
The use of FOLIO-F should be discontinued during therapy with tetracycline since the later interferes with the absorption of iron. Antacids and cholestyramine can also reduce iron absorption.
Average daily dose is one tablet of FOLIO-F after meal.
In severe anemia, the dose can be raised to 2-3 tablets daily to restore the hemoglobin to its normal level.
In severe anemia, the dose can be raised to 2-3 tablets daily to restore the hemoglobin to its normal level.
50 coated tablets in 5 blisters, in a carton box.