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FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID belongs to a class of medications called ‘haematinics’ primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID. FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID.

Uses of FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dark coloured stool