Uses of Tarfloz


Tarfloz is a drug used to prevent and treat iron deficiency anemia, nutritional supplements for pregnant women, people with physical weakness or in the process of treatment. Complying with the indications and doses of Tarfloz will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and ensure safety for health.

1. What is Tarfloz?


Tarfloz belongs to the group of mineral and vitamin drugs, which are prepared in the form of uncoated tablets, packing specifications: Box of 3 blisters x 10 tablets. Ingredients Ferrous fumarate 300mg in the drug is used to prevent and treat anemia caused by iron deficiency, nutritional supplement for pregnant women, the elderly, debilitated body, in the process of disease treatment.

2. Pharmacodynamics, Pharmacokinetics


Pharmacodynamics:
Iron is necessary for the production of hemoglobin, myoglobin and the respiratory enzyme cytochrome C. Iron is absorbed through food, most effectively iron in meat; Iron is stored in the body in two forms: ferritin and hemosiderin. About 90% of the iron taken into the body is eliminated in the feces; Iron absorption depends on the amount of iron stores, especially ferritin, in the intestinal mucosa and the body's rate of red blood cell formation. Pharmacokinetics:
Absorption: Iron fumarate is easily absorbed by mosquitoes. Normally, iron is absorbed in the duodenum and jejunum. Iron absorption is increased when iron stores are low or iron requirements are increased. Total iron absorption is increased to 1-2 mg/day in normal menstruating women and 3-4 mg/day in pregnant women. Children and adolescents also have increased iron requirements during periods of intense growth. Iron absorption is reduced in the presence of chelating or complexing substances in the intestine and increased in the presence of hydroeloric acid or vitamin C; Metabolism: Iron ions pass through the hepatic-intestinal cycle, bind to transferrin, and are transported to the bone marrow to form hemoglobin. Elimination: Iron fumarate is mainly eliminated in the feces.

3. Dosage, how to use the drug Tarfloz


Dosage of Tarfloz:
Tarfloz dose 1 tablet/day or as directed by your doctor. Note: Tarfloz dosage above is for reference only. The specific dose of Tarfloz depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Tarfloz, you need to consult with your doctor or healthcare professional.
How to take Tarfloz:
Tarfloz is taken orally; In case of overdose of Tarfloz and symptoms occur, you need to stop the drug and go to the nearest local medical facility for timely treatment; If you forget a dose of Tarfloz, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose of Tarfloz and take your next dose at the prescribed time. Never take a double dose of Tarfloz as prescribed.

4. Side effects of the drug Tarfloz


When using Tarfloz, you may experience the following undesirable effects (ADRs):
Gastrointestinal discomfort; Diarrhea ; Nausea and vomiting; Constipation . When experiencing the above-mentioned side effects of Tarfloz, you need to inform your doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for advice on handling

5. Contraindications to drug use


The drug Tarfloz is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are sensitive to any ingredient of the drug Tarfloz; Diseases caused by excess iron in the body such as hemosiderin infection, iron-contaminated tissues, hemolytic anemia.

6. Precautions when using the drug Tarfloz


Prolonged use of Tarfloz, exceeding the recommended dose prescribed by the doctor can lead to iron overload; Poisoning due to excess iron if used in both oral and injectable forms; Iron salts should not be used for patients undergoing repeated blood transfusions, non-iron deficiency anemia; Use Tarfloz with caution in patients with iron absorption or accumulation problems, gastrointestinal disease.

7. Interactions with other drugs


Iron absorption may be reduced if Tarfloz is used with the following drugs and foods:
Magnesium trisilicate; Antacids ; Foods such as eggs, tea, milk, wheat, coffee and cereals. To avoid the above interactions, you should take iron supplements 1 or 2 hours before using the above drugs and foods.
Above is information about uses, doses and precautions when using Tarfloz. To ensure safety for health and maximize the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to take Tarfloz exactly as directed by their doctor.

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