Safolin-C

SAFOLIN -C

Generic compositions

Ferrous Ascorbate equivalent to elemental iron………………………………………………….100mg

Folic Acid IP……………………………………………………………………………………………………1mg

Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate equivalent to elemental Zinc BP………………………………22.5mg

General Introduction

Iron is needed for production of hemoglobin.

Folic acid is needed for the production of Red blood cells.

Ascorbic helps to improve the iron absorption and utilization.

Zinc helps to stimulate the formation of RBC.

Safolin-C prevents spina bifida and other neural tube defects.

Therapeutic category

• Haematinics

Dosage forms available

• SAFOLIN-C tablets

Indications

• Pregnancy – meeting greater demand.
• Megaloblastic Anaemia
• Compensation of blood loss occurring due to menstruation, blood donation and use of anti-inflammatory drugs that cause blinding from the gastric mucosa.

Dose

• 1 tablet to be taken daily or as directed by the physician.