FE N FERO
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Rs.120.00 Rs.150.00
Ferrous Ascorbate + Folic Acid tablets, commonly used to prevent and treat iron-deficiency anaemia. The source describes typical formulations and stresses that the exact elemental iron content should be verified on the product label.
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Key Benefits
Supports haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport; vitamin C component improves iron absorption; folic acid supports DNA synthesis and healthy red blood-cell formation; helps prevent anaemia during pregnancy and periods of increased iron need.
Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
- Ferrous Ascorbate – commonly 100 mg providing about 30 mg elemental iron; some brands may contain 200 mg.
- Folic Acid – commonly 1.5 mg, though strengths vary. The source states exact composition depends on the brand and should be checked.
Indications
Iron-deficiency anaemia; prevention of anaemia during pregnancy; anaemia due to heavy menstrual bleeding; nutritional iron deficiency; recovery after surgery or blood loss; rapid growth in adolescents.
How to Use
Dose depends on age and severity. The source gives typical adult treatment of 60–120 mg elemental iron daily with 400–1000 mcg folic acid, with 1 tablet once daily being common and twice daily sometimes used for severe anaemia.
Swallow with water; empty stomach gives maximum absorption if tolerated, otherwise take after food. Keep at least 2 hours from milk, tea, coffee, calcium supplements and antacids.
Precautions
Avoid/use only under medical supervision with iron overload disorders, repeated transfusion-related iron excess,
non-iron-deficiency anaemias or allergy. Interactions include calcium, antacids, levothyroxine, tetracyclines, doxycycline,
ciprofloxacin/levofloxacin and bisphosphonates. Iron overdose can be dangerous, especially in children.
Storage
Store below 25–30°C according to label; protect from moisture and direct sunlight; keep out of reach of children.
FAQ
Q: What is FE N FERO used for?
A: Iron-deficiency anaemia and prevention of anaemia in situations such as pregnancy or increased iron need.
Q: What should be avoided around the dose?
A: Tea, coffee, milk, calcium supplements and antacids can reduce iron absorption; the source advises a 2-hour gap.
Q: What is a common side effect?
A: Nausea, constipation, stomach upset and black stools are among the listed effects.
