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Ferralet 90 120 mg/1

iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium · TABLET, FILM COATED · Mission Pharmacal Company

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Ferralet 90 is a tablet, film coated containing iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium at 120 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by Mission Pharmacal Company.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Ferralet 90
Generic Name
iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium
NDC Code (Product)
0178-0089
Manufacturer
Mission Pharmacal Company
Strength
120 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Drug Class
Vitamin C [EPC]; Vitamin B12 [EPC]
Marketing Start
02/04/2010

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

asthenia3 reports
fatigue3 reports
muscle spasms3 reports
abdominal pain upper2 reports
depression2 reports
flushing2 reports
gastrooesophageal reflux disease2 reports
hepatic enzyme increased2 reports
oedema peripheral2 reports
product quality issue2 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Ferralet ® 90 is indicated for the treatment of all anemias that are responsive to oral iron therapy. These include: hypochromic anemia associated with pregnancy, chronic and/or acute blood loss, metabolic disease, postsurgical convalescence, and dietary needs.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION One tablet daily or as directed by a physician.

Warnings

WARNING Folic acid alone is improper therapy in the treatment of pernicious anemia and other megaloblastic anemias where vitamin B 12 is deficient.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Hemolytic anemia, hemochromatosis, and hemosiderosis are contraindications to iron therapy.

Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse reactions with iron therapy may include GI irritation, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and dark stools. Adverse reactions with iron therapy are usually transient. Allergic sensitization has been reported following both oral and parenteral administration of folic acid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ferralet 90 used for?

Ferralet 90 contains iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Ferralet 90 a controlled substance?

Ferralet 90 is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Ferralet 90?

The generic name for Ferralet 90 is iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium. There are no other listed brand versions of iron, folic acid, cyanocobalamin, ascorbic acid, and docusate sodium.

What is the NDC code for Ferralet 90 120 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Ferralet 90 120 mg/1 is 0178-0089, listed by Mission Pharmacal Company.

Product NDC

0178-0089

Package NDC

0178-0089-90

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