Carbonyl Iron + Cyanocobalamin / Vitamin B12 + Folic Acid + Zinc Sulphate

Dosage Forms Available

• Carbonyl Iron + Cyanocobalamin / Vitamin B12 + Folic Acid + Zinc Sulphate is available for oral administration in the form of tablets, capsules, and syrups.

• In rare instances, it may be prescribed as injectables, which are administered through the intramuscular route.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is generally appropriate for use in adults and children above 12 years of age.

Contraindications

• This combination medicine is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients - Carbonyl Iron, Cyanocobalamin / Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, or Zinc Sulphate.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antacids (such as aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide), proton pump inhibitors (such as omeprazole and pantoprazole), and tetracycline antibiotics (like doxycycline and minocycline).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this combination may lead to symptoms like excessive tiredness, heartburn, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea or black stools. If these symptoms occur, consult a doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular scheduling.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage gastrointestinal discomfort like nausea or constipation, try taking the medicine with a meal.

• For temporary staining of teeth from syrup formulations, proper oral hygiene practices like brushing regularly should help.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This combination does not typically influence the ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. However, if you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking the medicine, avoid such activities.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is advised to consult a doctor before commencing this medicine during pregnancy or lactation.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with underlying kidney or liver conditions, or those with iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis or hemosiderosis should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintaining a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals can support the effectiveness of this medicine.

• Regular monitoring of your vitamin and mineral levels is beneficial.

• Avoid excessive intake of tea or coffee as these can inhibit iron absorption.

• Drinking plenty of fluids and maintaining proper hydration can also help manage some side effects like constipation.