Ferfer Gro Sachet 30s

What it is used for: Iron Supplements.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: FerFer Gro is as daily iron supplement for children above 3 years of age with vitamin B12 and Vitamin C for iron deficiency condition, in the periods of rapid growth & with increased physical and mental activity. Iron promotes growth processes, supports immune system function and prevents fatigue. Strenuous physical activity increases the demand for iron. Iron deficiencies result in the loss of appetite, which can cause deficiencies of essential vitamins and minerals.

How it works: Ferfer Gro is a multi-ingredient supplement containing micro-encapsulated iron pyrophosphate (to form liposomes), vitamin C and vitamin B12 which are valuable for the control of nutritional deficiencies or increased organic needs of iron. The iron aids in the formation of hemoglobin and red blood cells and vitamin C improves the absorption of iron. Vitamin B12, along with all the other components, helps to reduce fatigue and strain.

Active ingredient: Elemental Iron + Vitamin C + Vitamin B12.

Reported side effects: Typical adverse reactions with iron supplements include heartburn, gastro-intestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, bloating, epigastric pain, abdominal cramps, early satiety, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, coloring of mucous membranes and of stools etc. The rate of these adverse effects is significant- ly reduced with Fefer Gro due to the presence of iron in microencapsulated liposomal form. The low doses of Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C in Ferfer Gro (0.9 mcg and 30 mg respectively) are not associated with any adverse effects.

Known drug interactions: Absorption of oral iron is reduced by calcium, magnesium, zinc salts and tetracycline. Iron may reduce the absorption of other drugs such as quinolone antibiotics (give at least 2 hours apart), bisphosphonates, tetracyclines, levodopa, entacapone, eltrombopag. (administer at least 4 hours apart), mycophenolate, penicillamine, levothyroxine and zinc. There are no well- known interactions for Vitamins C and B12.

1 -2 sachets daily or as prescribed by physician as per the level of deficiency.

Active ingredient: Elemental Iron + Vitamin C + Vitamin B12.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Ferfer Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: Pakistan.