Product Information
Dried Ferrous Sulfate + Elemental Iron + Folic Acid Tablets is listed in our pharmaceutical product portfolio for business-to-business enquiries. Product-specific formulation details, available strengths, dosage form, pack configuration and supply terms should be confirmed against the current product specification before ordering.
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Description
Dried Ferrous Sulfate & Folic Acid Tablets
(Ferrous Sulfate 200mg + Folic Acid 0.5mg / 1mg, with other strengths where separately registered)
Manufactured by: Healthy Life Pharma Pvt. Ltd. (WHO-GMP Certified)
Exported by: Healthy Inc (Star Export House)
1. Product Introduction
Healthy Life Pharma Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturer of Dried Ferrous Sulfate and Folic Acid Tablets in India. The combination supplies iron, required for hemoglobin production, together with folic acid, required for DNA synthesis and normal red-blood-cell formation. It may be used to prevent or treat iron and folate deficiency when the strength and regimen are appropriate for the patient's needs.
Iron and folic-acid supplementation is commonly used in maternal-health programs, but the recommended elemental-iron and folic-acid amounts vary by country, patient risk, diagnosis and public-health protocol. The actual elemental iron supplied by 200mg dried ferrous sulfate must be stated from the registered raw-material/product specification rather than assumed universally.
2. Product Specifications
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| Product Name | Dried Ferrous Sulfate & Folic Acid Tablets |
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| Generic Name | Dried Ferrous Sulfate and Folic Acid Tablets |
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| Composition | Dried Ferrous Sulfate 200mg + Folic Acid 0.5mg / 1mg; other strengths only where separately registered. Elemental iron equivalence follows the applicable material/product specification. |
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| Dosage Form | Coated Tablet according to registered formulation |
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| Standard | USP / BP / IP or applicable registered specification |
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| Therapeutic Class | Hematinic / Antianemic |
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| Shelf Life | Up to 36 months where supported by validated stability data |
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| Packaging | Blister / bulk jar / hospital pack according to registration and stability requirements |
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3. Manufacturing Technology
- Dried Ferrous Sulfate: Raw-material hydration state, iron content and quality are controlled according to the applicable specification. Dried and hydrated forms differ in composition, so direct milligram-for-milligram comparisons should not be made without elemental-iron calculation.
- Coating: Sugar, film or other coating systems may be used where part of the registered formulation for taste masking, handling and stability. Coating should not be claimed to eliminate gastrointestinal irritation unless supported by product-specific evidence.
- Folic Acid Stability: Formulation, manufacturing controls and protective packaging are selected to maintain folic-acid content throughout shelf life. Any formulation overage must be scientifically justified and comply with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Packaging: Moisture- and light-protective packs may be selected according to stability data and destination-market requirements.
4. Quality Assurance
- Elemental Iron: Elemental-iron content is calculated and verified from the actual ferrous-sulfate grade and registered specification; 200mg dried ferrous sulfate should not automatically be described as exactly 65mg elemental iron without supporting specification.
- Assay / Uniformity: Iron and folic-acid content are tested using validated methods and applicable acceptance criteria.
- Dissolution: Release testing follows the dosage-form-specific registered method; coated and enteric-coated products require different performance criteria.
- Oxidation / Related Quality: Relevant iron oxidation state and other quality attributes are controlled according to applicable raw-material and finished-product specifications rather than a universal >98% claim.
5. Pharmacology and Clinical Use
- Iron: Iron is required for hemoglobin and oxygen transport. Replacement can correct iron deficiency when adequate iron is absorbed and the underlying cause is addressed.
- Folic Acid: Folate supports DNA synthesis and normal erythropoiesis. Adequate folic acid around conception and early pregnancy reduces the risk of neural-tube defects, but recommended doses depend on individual risk and local guidance.
- Iron Deficiency: May be used for prevention or treatment of iron-deficiency anemia after appropriate assessment.
- Pregnancy / Postpartum: Iron-folic-acid supplementation may be recommended under local maternal-health guidelines; dose and duration should follow current clinical/public-health guidance.
6. Export and Regulatory Support
- Dossier Support: CTD / ACTD documentation where applicable.
- Certificates: FSC, COPP and COA where applicable.
- Tender Supply: Institutional and bulk packaging can be configured according to approved specifications and procurement requirements.
- Logistics: Air or sea shipment via FOB Mumbai / CIF according to applicable requirements.
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who manufactures these tablets?
A: Healthy Life Pharma Pvt. Ltd. manufactures ferrous sulfate and folic acid tablet formulations in India.
Q: Why are some iron tablets red or brown?
A: Color depends on the formulation and permitted coating/color system. It should not be assumed that all iron tablets have a standard identification color.
Q: Is dried ferrous sulfate always better than ferrous sulfate heptahydrate?
A: They differ in hydration state and elemental-iron content by weight. Suitability and stability depend on the product design, raw-material specification, packaging and storage; one form should not be described as universally superior.
Q: Can food or supplements affect iron absorption?
A: Yes. Calcium-containing products, tea/coffee, antacids and several medicines can reduce iron absorption. Administration and separation intervals should follow the specific product and interacting medicine guidance. Vitamin C can increase non-heme iron absorption, but supplementation is not automatically required for every patient.
Clinical Pharmacology & Safety Information
(For Registered Medical Practitioners & Patient Reference)
8. Dosage and Administration
- Individualized Dosing: Prevention and treatment regimens should be based on elemental iron and folic-acid content, diagnosis, age, pregnancy status, laboratory findings, tolerability and applicable clinical/public-health guidance.
- Pregnancy: Do not assume one tablet provides the universally recommended pregnancy dose; confirm the actual elemental iron and folic-acid strength against the relevant guideline.
- Administration: Iron is often absorbed better away from meals, but taking it with food may improve gastrointestinal tolerability. Follow the registered label and clinician advice.
- Treatment Response: Evaluation may include hemoglobin and iron-status testing, and treatment duration often extends beyond correction of hemoglobin to replenish iron stores when clinically appropriate.
9. Side Effects and Precautions
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, abdominal discomfort, constipation or diarrhea can occur. Dark stools are common with oral iron, but tarry stools with concerning symptoms require medical evaluation.
- Overdose: Accidental iron overdose, particularly in children, can be life-threatening and requires urgent medical attention. Keep iron-containing products securely out of children's reach.
- Interactions: Antacids, calcium and some foods can reduce iron absorption. Iron can also reduce absorption of medicines including tetracyclines, quinolones and levothyroxine. Required spacing is medicine-specific.
- Appropriate Use: Iron should not be used indiscriminately in anemia that is not caused by iron deficiency, and excessive iron supplementation can be harmful.
10. Storage Instructions
- Store below 30°C unless otherwise specified on the registered label.
- Protect from excessive light, heat and moisture.
- Keep in original packaging, securely closed and out of reach of children.
