Vitrexyl Plus Iron also known as Ferrous Fumarate, Folic Acid is a human prescription drug labeled by 'Puretek Corporation'. National Drug Code (NDC) number for Vitrexyl Plus Iron is 59088-165. This drug is available in dosage form of Tablet. The names of the active, medicinal ingredients in Vitrexyl Plus Iron drug includes .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate, Dl- - 30 mg/1 Ascorbic Acid - 120 mg/1 Calcium Carbonate - 200 mg/1 Cholecalciferol - 20 ug/1 Chromium Nicotinate - 35 ug/1 Cyanocobalamin - 8 ug/1 Ferrous Fumarate - 27 mg/1 Folic Acid - 1000 ug/1 Magnesium Oxide - 200 mg/1 Manganese Sulfate - 2.3 mg/1 and more. The currest status of Vitrexyl Plus Iron drug is Active.

Vitrexyl plus iron ferrous fumarate, folic acid chromium nicotinate chromic cation stearic acid starch, corn aluminum starch octenylsuccinate folic acid folic acid polyethylene glycol 400 vitamin a acetate vitamin a riboflavin riboflavin niacinamide niacinamide pyridoxine hydrochloride pyridoxine cyanocobalamin cyanocobalamin calcium carbonate calcium cation ascorbic acid ascorbic acid thiamine mononitrate thiamine ion thiamine zinc oxide zinc cation manganese sulfate manganese cation (2+) ferrous fumarate ferrous cation magnesium oxide magnesium cation sucrose croscarmellose sodium molybdenum molybdenum magnesium stearate .alpha.-tocopherol acetate, dl- .alpha.-tocopherol, dl- butylated hydroxytoluene sodium ascorbate sodium aluminium silicate silicon dioxide hydroxymethyl cellulose medium-chain triglycerides cocoa dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate cholecalciferol cholecalciferol selenium selenium crospovidone microcrystalline cellulose gelatin clear coated yellow to brown speckled pt;a17

Drug interactions: vitrexyl + iron is not recommended for and should not be given to patients receiving levodopa because the action of levodopa is antagonized by pyridoxine. there is a possibility of increased bleeding due to pyridoxine interaction with anticoagulants (e.g., aspirin, heparin or clopidogrel).

Indications: vitrexyl + iron is indicated for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and folate deficiency as in extended convalescence, menorrhagia, pregnancy, puberty, excessive blood loss and advanced age.also for treatment of condition in which iron deficiency and vitamin c deficiency occur together, alongwith a deficient intake or increased need for b-complex vitamins in chronic and acute illness, as well ascases of metabolic stress, and in convalescence.

Warning: accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. keep this product out of reach of children. in case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately. administration of folic acid alone is improper therapy for pernicious anemia and other megaloblastic anemias in which vitamin b12 is deficient. precaustion section folic acid in doses above 0.1 mg daily may obscure pernicious anemia, in that hematologic remission can occur while neurological manifestations remain progressive. there is a potential danger in administering folic acid to patients with undiagnosed anemia, since folic acid may obscure the diagnosis of pernicious anemia by alleviating the hematologic manifestations of the disease while allowing the neurologic complications to progress. this may result in severe nervous system damage before the correct diagnosis is made. adequate doses of vitamin b12 may prevent, halt, or improve the neu Read more...

Dosage and administration: adults (persons over 12 years of age) one (1) vitrexyltm + iron caplet daily, between meals or as directed by a physician. do not administer to children under the age of 12.

Contraindications: this product is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients; also, all iron compounds are contraindicated in patients with hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, or hemolytic anemias. pernicious anemia is a contraindication, as folic acid may obscure its signs and symptoms.

Adverse reactions: folic acid: allergic sensitizations have been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid. ferrous fumarate: gastrointestinal disturbances (anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, constipation) occur occasionally, but are usually mild and may subside with continuation of therapy. although the absorption of iron is best when taken between meals, giving vitrexyl + iron after meals may control occasional gastrointestinal disturbances. vitrexyl + iron is best absorbed when taken at bedtime. adverse reactions have been reported with specific vitamins and minerals but generally at levels substantially higher than those contained herein. however, allergic and idiosyncratic reactions are possible at lower levels. iron, even at the usual recommended levels, has been associated with gastrointestinal intolerance in some patients.

Drug interactions: vitrexyl + iron is not recommended for and should not be given to patients receiving levodopa because the action of levodopa is antagonized by pyridoxine. there is a possibility of increased bleeding due to pyridoxine interaction with anticoagulants (e.g., aspirin, heparin or clopidogrel).

Overdose: iron: signs and symptoms: iron is toxic. acute overdosage of iron may cause nausea and vomiting and, in severe cases, cardiovascular collapse and death. other symptoms include pallor and cyanosis,melena, shock, drowsiness and coma. the estimated overdose of orally ingested iron is 300 mg/kg body weight. when overdoses are ingested by children, severe reactions, including fatalities, have resulted. vitrexyltm + iron should be stored beyond the reach of children to prevent against accidental iron poisoning. keep this and all other drugs out of reach of children. treatment: for specific therapy, exchange transfusion and chelating agents should be used. for general management, perform gastric lavage with sodium bicarbonate solution or milk. administer intravenous fluids and electrolytes and use oxygen.

Description: each caplet contains: vitamin a (as retinyl acetate)………………………….. 1500 mcg vitamin c (as ascorbic acid)……………………………… 120 mg vitamin d3 (as cholecalciferol)…………………………… 20 mcg vitamin e (dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate)…………………… 30 mg thiamin (as thiamine mononitrate)………………………… 3 mg riboflavin (vitamin b2)……………………………………. 3.4 mg niacin (as niacinamide)…………………………………… 20 mg vitamin b6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride)…………………. 20 mg folate (as folic acid)……….. 1700 mcg dfe (1000 mcg folic acid) vitamin b12 (as cyanocobalamin)………………………….. 8 mcg calcium (as calcium carbonate)…………………………. 200 mg iron (as ferrous fumarate)………………………………… 27 mg magnesium (as magnesium oxide)……………………… 200 mg zinc (as zinc oxide)……………………………………….. 25 mg selenium (as selinium amino acid chelate)………………. 55 mcg manganese (as manganese sulfate)……………………… 2.3 mg chromium (as chromium polynicotinate)……………….. 35 mcg molybdenum (as molybdenum amino acid chelate)……… 45 mcg other ingredients: bht, dicalcium phosphate, organic cocoa powder, croscarmellose sodium, crospovidone, magnesium stearate, medium chain triglycerides, microcrystalline cellulose, modified food starch, pork gelatin, starch aluminium octenyl succinate, sodium ascorbate, sodium aluminum silicate, silicon dioxide, stearic acid, sucrose, clear coating: (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, peg-8).

How supplied: vitrexyl + iron are yellow to brown speckled, oblong, coated caplets with "pt a17" debossed horizontally on one side, bottles containing 30 caplets – ndc 59088-165-54. dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the usp/nf with a child resistant closure. store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25°c (68° to 77°f). [see usp]. protect from light and moisture and avoid excessive heat.

Vitrexyl + iron manufactured in the usa by: puretek corporation panorama city, ca 91402 questions? call toll-free: 1-877-921-7873 list no: 16554 jpa rev: 36959 label