FERROVIT C is an iron nutritional supplement that contains ferrous fumarate, folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and vitamin C. This combination aids in restoring iron levels, accelerating the production of red blood cells, and facilitating the absorption of iron from the gastrointestinal tract. FERROVIT C helps treat iron deficiency anemia and prevents neural tube defects in infants when taken during pregnancy. FERROVIT C is generally well tolerated. Some minor side effects include nausea, vomiting, bloating, and other abdominal discomforts. FERROVIT C can also turn urine a yellowish-orange colour, but there is no pathological significance to this colour.
Using FERROVIT C during pregnancy is advisable, as there is a high physiological need for iron during pregnancy that cannot be met adequately with most diets. Therefore, iron supplements should be given to pregnant women regularly. Kindly consult with your doctor before using FERROVIT C during pregnancy. When taken together with FERROVIT C, some medications like antacids containing aluminium or magnesium, bisphosphonates, levodopa, levothyroxine, penicillins, quinolones, and tetracyclines may reduce the absorption of iron.
FERROVIT C is not recommended for consumption by individuals who are hypersensitive to any component of the product or those with hemochromatosis or hemosiderosis. For additional information, consult your doctor. FERROVIT C contains iron, folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, and vitamin C, which are essential nutrients for not only expectant and nursing women but for everyone who wants to stay healthy and fit. FERROVIT C should not be taken more than what is recommended. In the event of an overdose, please speak with your doctor right away so that you can receive prompt symptomatic and supportive care.
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