Brand information

Hemofix
Ferrous Ascorbate
33 mg
Tablet
(30's pack: ৳ 120.00)
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Reference pricing

Historical package prices

2022
Unit price
৳4.00
30's pack ৳4.00 per unit
৳120.00
Historical reference information These prices are from the 2022 dataset and may not represent current retail prices.

Indications

Ferrous Ascorbate is indicated in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia.

Therapeutic Class

Oral Iron preparations

Pharmacology

Ferrous ascorbate, a synthetic molecule of ascorbic acid and iron. Iron replenishes the iron stores in your body and corrects iron deficiency anemia. Vitamin C (ascorbate) is added to enhance the absorption of iron in the body.

Dosage

Adult & Elderly: One tablet a day before or after meal (food independent absorption) or as directed by the physician. In more severe cases, two tablets a day may be required as prescribed by the physician.

Pediatric patients: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.

Contraindications

It is contraindicated in hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemia.

Side Effects

The treatment of a neurotic patient was interrupted because of nausea and regurgitation. In pregnant women, the incidence of pyrosis and chronic constipation is slightly increased.

Precautions

Oral iron preparations may aggravate existing peptic ulcer, regional enteritis and ulcerative colitis. Iron compounds taken orally can impair the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics. Antacids given concomitantly with iron compounds decrease iron absorption.

Overdose

The chance of poisoning is rare in adults with iron overdose.

Storage Conditions

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