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Indication Dosage

Ferrous Fumarate and Folic Acid are commonly used together as a nutritional supplement to treat or prevent iron and folic acid deficiencies in the body. Here are some indications for their use:

• Iron Deficiency Anemia: Ferrous Fumarate is a type of iron supplement that can help treat iron deficiency anemia, which occurs when there is not enough iron in the body to produce red blood cells.
• Pregnancy: Folic Acid is important for pregnant women to take as it helps to prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus. Ferrous Fumarate is also commonly prescribed during pregnancy to help prevent or treat iron deficiency anemia.
• Chronic Kidney Disease: Patients with chronic kidney disease are often anemic due to a lack of erythropoietin, a hormone that helps produce red blood cells. Ferrous Fumarate can be prescribed to help increase the production of red blood cells.
• Gastrointestinal Disorders: Certain gastrointestinal disorders such as inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, and gastric bypass surgery can interfere with the absorption of iron and folic acid from food. Ferrous Fumarate and Folic Acid supplements can help to make up for this deficiency.

Dosage:

• Ferrous Fumarate: 65 mg to 325 mg, one to three times per day, taken with food to improve absorption and minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
• Folic Acid: 400 mcg to 800 mcg, once per day.

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Pregnancy

No Evidence of Harm

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