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Hemafolic is commonly used to prevent or treat iron deficiency anemia. So what is Hemafolic and how is it used? Find out through the following article.
1. What is hemafolic?
Hemafolic drug is made in the form of an oral solution, belongs to the group of mineral and vitamin drugs. Each 10ml of Hemafolic drug solution contains:
Complex of iron (III) hydroxide and polymaltose calculated by iron (III) ions 100mg; Folic Acid 1mg. Iron is an important component of hemoglobin. Iron(III) hydroxide and polymaltose complexes are used to correct abnormalities in erythropoiesis caused by iron deficiency.
Iron does not stimulate red blood cell production, nor does it correct hemoglobin disorders in non-iron deficiency anemia. At the same time, iron ion is also a component of a number of enzymes necessary for energy transfer such as cytochrome oxidase, xanthine oxidase, succinic dehydrogenase and it is also present in components required for oxygen transport and consumption such as hemoglobin. , myoglobin.
Hemoglobin is the substance that transports oxygen from the lungs to the cells. Myoglobin is easy to use and store oxygen in the muscles. Iron deficiency can affect life and lead to illness and death.
Complex of iron (III) hydroxide and polymaltose is a water-soluble iron oxide, it has outstanding advantages over other iron-containing preparations such as:
Does not irritate the intestinal mucosa; Has a pleasant taste, without the fishy smell of iron; Well tolerated. Folic acid is a vitamin of group B, when entering the body it is reduced to tetrahydrofolate, this is a coenzyme of many metabolic processes, including the synthesis of purine or pyrimidine nucleotides, affecting DNA synthesis.
When vitamin C is present, folic acid will be converted to leucovorin, which is necessary for the synthesis of DNA and RNA. Folic acid is an indispensable factor in nucleoprotein synthesis and normal red blood cell production, deficiency of folic acid will cause megaloblastic anemia. At the same time, folic acid is also involved in a number of amino acid changes, the formation and use of the format.
The combination of iron (III) hydroxide complex and polymaltose with folic acid to provide iron for the body, effective for anemia in pregnant and lactating women.
Thuốc Hemafolic được bào chế ở dạng dung dịch uống
2. Indications and contraindications of Hemafolic iron pills
Hemafolic iron is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment and prevention of iron-deficiency anemia, who need iron supplements. Cases of increased need for hematopoiesis such as: Pregnant and lactating women; Undernutrition; After surgery; Recovery period after serious illness. Hemafolic iron is contraindicated in the following cases:
The body has an excess of iron; People who are sensitive to the components of the drug; Anemia is not caused by iron deficiency, folic acid deficiency. Some notes when using Hemafolic iron:
Like other iron-containing products, when taking Hemafolic can cause you to pass black stools; Do not use Hemafolic for patients with suspected gastric ulcer, ileitis or chronic ulcerative colitis; Stop taking Hemafolic if the body does not tolerate it; No overdose specified.
Thuốc Hemafolic thường được sử dụng để dự phòng hoặc điều trị thiếu máu do thiếu sắt
3. Dosage and how to use Hemafolic
Hemafolic drug is used orally, diluted in water, taken during or after eating. The average dosage is as follows:
Adults: Take 5ml each time, 2 times a day or take 10ml, 1 time a day. Children: Take 5ml daily or 10ml every other day. Iron (III) Hydroxide and Polymaltose complexes are absorbed in the small intestine by active transport mechanism, which is saturated in case of overdose, thus toxicity due to overdose of Iron (III) Hydroxide complex. and Polymaltose rarely occurs.
In case of overdose of Hemafolic, you may experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness, erythema. You need to notify your doctor immediately for timely treatment.
4. Side effects of Hemafolic iron You may encounter some side effects when using Hemafolic iron such as:
Digestive disorders with manifestations such as nausea, upper abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea ; Stool is black. In summary, hemafolic iron is indicated for the prevention and treatment of iron-deficiency anemia and folic acid deficiency in pregnant and lactating women. All information above is for reference only. The use of the drug should be under the guidance of a specialist.
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