Fortifer FA Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Per tab Fe fumarate 300 mg, vit B₁ 5 mg, vit B₆ 5 mg, vit B₁₂ 15 mcg, folic acid 500 mcg

Indications/Uses

Vit, Fe & folic acid supplement for patients w/ Fe-deficiency anemia or nutritional anemia.

Dosage/Direction for Use

1 tab daily.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Primary haemochromatosis, peptic ulcer, regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis. Patients receiving parenteral Fe or blood transfusions to avoid Fe overload.

Adverse Reactions

Nausea, vomiting, bloating, upper abdominal discomfort; temporary staining of teeth; darker stools.

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Drug Interactions

Decreased Fe absorption w/ antacids & tetracyclines. Fe may decrease conc of quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, levofloxacin).

MIMS Class

Supplements & Adjuvant Therapy

ATC Classification

B03AE10 - various combinations ; Belongs to the class of iron in other combinations. Used in the treatment of anemia.

Presentation/Packing

Form

Fortifer FA tab

Packing/Price

100's;30's

Fortifer FA

Manufacturer:

Amherst Laboratories

Distributor:

Unam