Iron Polymaltose Complex + Vitamin B Complex + Zinc

General

Generic Details

Composition

Each 5 ml syrup contains <ul> <li>Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex equivalent to elemental Iron 50 mg</li> <li>Thiamine Hydrochloride 5 mg</li> <li>Riboflavin-5-Phosphate Sodium equivalent to Riboflavin 2 mg</li> <li>Pyridoxine Hydrochloride 2 mg</li> <li>Nicotinamide 20 mg</li> <li>Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate equivalent to elemental Zinc 10 mg.</li> </ul>

Indications

This syrup is indicated for the treatment and prevention of Iron, Vitamin B complex and Zinc deficiencies, specially during pregnancy and lactation.

Pharmacology

This syrup is the preparation of Iron, Vitamin B complex and Zinc. In this preparation, Iron is present as Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex. Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex facilitates a controlled absorption of the iron when it comes in contact with the mucosal cell surface. Due to non-ionic nature, this Iron (III) Hydroxide Polymaltose Complex is more stable than conventional Iron form.

Dosage & Administration

Adults: 5 ml-10 ml (1-2 teaspoonful) 3 times daily or as recommended by the physician. Children: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 3 times daily or as recommended by the physician. Infants: 0.33 ml/kg body weight daily or as recommended by the physician.

Interaction

Since Iron is complex bound, ionic interaction with foodstuff components (phytates, oxalates, tannin etc.) and concomitant administrations of medicaments (tetracyclines, antacids) are unlikely to occur.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of this product.

Side Effects

This syrup is generally well tolerated. However, a few side effects of oral Iron preparations, including nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhoea may occur.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Recommended in pregnancy & lactation

Precautions & Warnings

Caution should be taken in the conditions where there is a risk of Iron overload, such as hemochromatosis, thalassemia, hemosiderosis or hemolytic anemia.

Use in Special Populations

Recommended in children

Overdose Effects

In case of overdose, epigastric pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, metabolic acidosis and convulsion may occur. Should seek emergency medical attention in case of overdose. Initially an emetic should be given and then gastric lavage & general supportive measures should be employed.

Therapeutic Class

Iron & Vitamin Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Keep in a dry place away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.

Quick Facts

Brands:23

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Available Brands (23)

Activit ZI

Not specified · Delta Pharma Ltd.

Aritone ZI

Not specified · Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Asivit ZI

Not specified · Asiatic Laboratories Ltd.

Beconex ZI

Not specified · Renata Limited

Bicozin-I

Not specified · Square Pharmaceuticals PLC

Biovit Plus

Not specified · Biopharma Limited

Biozinc-I

Not specified · Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Bizi

Not specified · Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Ediplex-ZI

Not specified · Edruc Limited

Ethiplex-ZI

Not specified · Ethical Drugs Limited

Feziplex

Not specified · ACME Laboratories Ltd.

Fezovit

Not specified · Doctor???s Chemical Works Ltd.

Irovit-Z

Not specified · Medicon Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Livita

Not specified · ACI Limited

Opsovit ZI

Not specified · Opsonin Pharma Ltd.

Orazinc-B

Not specified · Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Orofer

Not specified · UniMed UniHealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Polytamin

Not specified · NIPRO JMI Pharma Ltd.

Reoplex

Not specified · Rephco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Seemaplex

Not specified · Seema Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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