Ferrous Sulfate
IndicationsFerrous Sulfate is an iron supplement taken by mouth. It is used to:Treat iron deficiency anaemia (low blood from lack of iron)Prevent iron deficiency in pregnancy, after blood loss, with heavy periods, or with poor dietIt is often…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautionsFolic Acid
IndicationsFolic acid (vitamin B9) is used to:Prevent neural tube defects (serious birth defects of the brain and spine) when taken before and in early pregnancy.Treat and prevent anaemia caused by folate deficiency (megaloblastic anaemia).Meet higher needs in pregnancy,…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautionsZinc Sulfate
IndicationsZinc sulfate is a zinc supplement. It is used together with oral rehydration solution (ORS) to treat diarrhoea in children, where it shortens the illness and lowers the chance of it coming back. It is also used to…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautionsIron
IndicationsIron is used to prevent and treat iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia (low blood caused by too little iron). Common reasons include heavy periods, pregnancy, poor diet, blood loss and worm infestation. It is often combined with…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautionsVitamin B Complex
IndicationsVitamin B complex is a mixture of B vitamins, usually Thiamine (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Nicotinamide (B3), Pantothenic acid (B5) and Pyridoxine (B6), and often Cyanocobalamin (B12) and other B vitamins. It is used to prevent and treat B…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautionsVitamin C
IndicationsVitamin C (ascorbic acid) is used to prevent and treat vitamin C deficiency, including scurvy, which causes bleeding and swollen gums, easy bruising, tiredness, joint pain and slow wound healing. It is used when needs are higher, such…
Uses, dose, side effects and precautions