Fortifer FA Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Overdosage Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Adverse Reactions Drug Interactions Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Fe fumarate (elemental Fe 98.6 mg) 300 mg, vit B₁ 5 mg, vit B₆ 5 mg, vit B₁₂ 15 mcg, folic acid 500 mcg

Indications/Uses

Prevention & treatment of Fe-deficiency anemia & folate deficiency in pregnant women. Prevention of neural tube defects in infants.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

1 tab daily. Severe anemia 1 tab bid.

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Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: May be taken w/ meals to reduce GI discomfort.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Primary hemochromatosis, peptic ulcer, regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis. Patients receiving parenteral Fe or blood transfusions.

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Special Precautions

Should not be used to treat hemolytic anemia. Not ≥6 mth of therapy.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

GI irritation eg, nausea, vomiting, bloating, upper abdominal discomfort; temporary staining of teeth; darker stools.

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Drug Interactions

Decreased absorption of Fe w/ tetracycline & some antacids. Decreased conc of quinolones. Delayed responses to Fe therapy w/ chloramphenicol. Decreased absorption & reduced bioavailability of carbidopa, levodopa, methyldopa & penicillamine.

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Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Vitamins & Minerals (Pre & Post Natal) / Antianemics

ATC Classification

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

Regulatory Classification

Non-Rx

Presentation/Packing

Form

Fortifer FA tab

Packing/Price

100's

Fortifer FA

Manufacturer:

UNILAB, Inc

Distributor:

UNILAB, Inc