Ferrous Ascorbate
FERROUS ASCORBATE
Overview
Ferrous Ascorbate is a combination supplement made of iron (ferrous) and vitamin C (ascorbate). It is mainly used to help the body restore healthy iron levels, especially in people with iron deficiency or anemia (low red blood cell count).
Classification
Haematinics
Uses
This medicine is commonly used to:
Treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia
Improve iron levels in pregnant women, growing children, or people with poor diets
Support overall energy, oxygen flow, and healthy red blood cell production
How It Works
Ferrous Ascorbate works by:
Providing iron, which is crucial for making hemoglobin, the part of red blood cells that carries oxygen
Vitamin C (ascorbate) helps the body absorb iron more effectively in the gut
Together, they help increase iron levels and improve symptoms like tiredness, weakness, and shortness of breath caused by anemia.
Dosage
As prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects
Some people may experience:
Upset stomach or abdominal discomfort
Constipation or diarrhea
Dark-colored stools (harmless and common)
Nausea or metallic taste in the mouth
Precautions
Take the medicine as directed, usually with food to avoid stomach issues
Don’t take it with tea, coffee, or dairy, as they can block iron absorption
Store away from children; high doses of iron can be toxic
Let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcers, bowel disorders, or iron overload
Inform your healthcare provider if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or on other medications
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage
Folic Acid
FOLIC ACID
OVERVIEW
Folic acid (vitamin B9) is a B vitamin supplement that may be used to prevent and treat folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate) that can cause megaloblastic anemia.
CLASSIFICATION
B-vitamin
USES
Folic acid is a B complex vitamin effective in the treatment of megaloblastic anemias due to a deficiency of folic acid (as may be seen in tropical or nontropical sprue) and in anemia of nutritional origin, pregnancy, infancy, or childhood.
HOW IT WORKS
Folic acid is approved for the prevention and treatment of folate deficiency. Healthy levels of this vitamin, which is really a hormone, not only helps form red blood cells, it protects your brain health and supports a healthy pregnancy.
DOSAGE
As directed by the physician
PRECAUTIONS
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before using folic acid; folic acid requirements are markedly increased during pregnancy, and deficiency may harm a fetus. Folic acid passes into breast milk. Folic acid requirements are markedly increased while breastfeeding; however, amounts present in breast milk are adequate to fulfil infant requirements. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding
SIDE EFFECTS
Redness
skin rash
itching
feeling unwell (malaise), and
respiratory difficulty due to bronchospasm
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
PRECAUTIONS
Read the label carefully before use
Store in a dry and dark place at a temperature not exceeding 30C. Do not freeze
Keep out of reach of children
SIDE EFFECTS
· Redness
· Dryness
· Itching
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.
