Generic: Ferrous Fumarate Folic Acid  |  Dosage Form: Tablet  |  Manufacturer: The IBN SINA Pharmaceutical PLC

Indications

This preparation is indicated in-

• Prophylaxis and treatment of Iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy.
• Prevention of megaloblastic anaemia of pregnancy.

Dosage & Administration

Adults: One tablet daily. When necessary one tablet may be given twice daily. In pregnancy, it is recommended that Irolic tablet should be started at first antenatal consolation and continues for 3 months after delivery. The tablet should preferably be taken before meals; if there are gastro-intestinal disturbances, doses may be taken after meals.

Interaction

The absorption of iron salts and tetracycline is diminished when they are taken concomitantly by mouth. If treatment with both drug is required, the iron salt should be administered 3 hours before or 2 hours after the tetracycline. The absorption of iron salts is also decreased in the presence of antacids or when taken with tea. Iron salts appear to reduce the effects of penicillamine. Co-trimoxazole may inhibit megaloblastic haemopoiesis. Serum anticonvulsant levels may be reduced by administration of folate.

Contraindications

This is contraindicated in patients with pernicious anaemia and anaemia other than those due to iron deficiency. The nature and causes of anaemia should be established. Absorption of Ferrous Fumerate & Folic acid is inhibited by Magnesium trisillicate and Antacid containing carbonate.

Side Effects

Side effects of iron and folic acid preparations which have been reported include nausea, vomiting, gastro-intestinal symptoms, constipation and diarrhea.

Precautions & Warnings

Administration of Irolic during the first trimester of pregnancy may be undesirable. Very few pregnant women are not protected by physiological doses of folic acid. If anaemia is developed despite prophylaxis with Irolic, patient should be investigated further. Some post-gastrectomy patient show poor absorption of Fe. Care is needed when treating patients with peptic ulcer.

Overdose Effects

Patients who have taken an overdose should have gastric lavage performed, if possible within four hours of the overdosage occurring. In addition patients should have such symptomatic treatment as appears necessary. In order to eliminate excess free iron, a chelating agent such as desferrioxamine should be administered as soon as possible. Giving milk and/or 5% solution of sodium bicarbonate by mouth will be helpful in the meantime.

Therapeutic Class

Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.