Iron and folic acid tablets in pregnancy

1964 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 13-14
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Normal Pregnancy ◽  
Megaloblastic Anaemia ◽  
Combined Administration ◽  
Mild Deficiency ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
In Pregnancy

Mild deficiency of folic acid is common in the later months of normal pregnancy, due apparently to increased demand and in some cases to impaired absorption1. Megaloblastic anaemia from this cause is not rare, but more frequently a lesser degree of deficiency complicates lack of iron, and in such cases the anaemia responds only to the combined administration of both substances. Deficiency of folic acid has been found in patients with accidental haemorrhage and may be found in anaemia in the puerperium.

Iron and folic acid in pregnancy: ferrograd folic

1968 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 12.1-12
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Iron Deficiency ◽  
Slow Release ◽  
Ferrous Sulphate ◽  
Elemental Iron ◽  
Ferrous Fumarate ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
In Pregnancy

Abbott Laboratories have drawn our attention to their Ferrograd Folic tablets which were introduced shortly after we discussed combined iron and folic acid tablets (DTB March 17, 1967, p. 22.). Like A. H. Cox’s ferrous fumarate and folic acid tablet (DTB November 24, 1967, p. 96), Ferrograd Folic provides what we concluded were appropriate amounts of folic acid and iron for prophylaxis of folate and iron deficiency in pregnancy. Each tablet contains 350 mcg folic acid and 105 mg elemental iron as slowly released ferrous sulphate; the dose is one tablet daily. The basic NHS cost of one week’s supply is 1/9d, much more than that of Cox’s tablets, but slow release of the iron is probably an advantage for some patients.

Can Iron and Folic Acid-IFA and Ca & Vitamin D Supplementation in Pregnancy be Fitted into Habitual Pattern of Three Meals A Day?

2019 ◽  
Vol 56 (4) ◽  
pp. 341
Author(s):  
Prema Ramachandran ◽  
Amrita Pramanik ◽  
K. Kalaivani
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Folic Acid ◽  
Side Effects ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Ferrous Sulphate ◽  
Vitamin D Supplementation ◽  
Meal Pattern ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
Habitual Pattern ◽  
In Pregnancy

In India prevalence of anaemia and vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy are widespread. National programmes recommend that two tablets of iron and folic acid (IFA) and two tablets of calcium and vitamin D (Ca & Vit D) to be given every day from second trimester till delivery. To minimize the side effects and increase compliance, it is advised that each tablet should be taken after a meal. Most households follow a three meal pattern. A study was taken up to find out how IFA and Ca & Vit D supplementations can be fitted into the habitual three meal pattern. A short term crossover supplementation study was carried out on 38 pregnant women to assess side effects following consumption after lunch of one or two tablets containing 500mg elemental calcium (as calcium carbonate) and 250 IU vitamin D or 60 mg of elemental iron as ferrous sulphate. Prevalence of side effects was higher in women who received iron supplements as compared to Ca & Vit D supplements. Taking two tablets of Ca & Vit D together after meal was associated with significantly higher prevalence of side effects as compared to taking one tablet after meal. Taking two tablets of iron together after meal was not associated with any significant increase in prevalence of side effects as compared to one tablet. Giving two tablets of iron together after one meal and giving one tablet of calcium and vitamin after two meals is feasible option for providing two tablets each of iron and Ca & Vit D to pregnant women who habitually follow a three meal pattern.

scholarly journals Assessment of prevalence and risk factors for anaemia in pregnant women attending Karnataka institute of medical sciences, outpatient department, Hubballi, Karnataka, India

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 1916
Author(s):  
Dattatraya D. Bant ◽  
Shiv Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Folic Acid ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
History Of ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
Anaemia In Pregnancy ◽  
Inter Pregnancy Interval ◽  
In Pregnancy

Background: Anaemia in pregnancy is one of the major causes of maternal morbidity and mortality in India and world. Anaemia in pregnancy continues to be a problem in spite of national programs for its prevention and control. It accounts for 1/5th of maternal deaths worldwide and 16% in India and is the major factor responsible for low birth weight, abortions, premature birth, and post-partum haemorrhage. Hence determining the status and factors influencing anaemia among pregnant women is essential to treat and prevent the same. Objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and risk factors associated with anaemia among pregnant women.Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted among 200 pregnant women attending for antenatal care at KIMS OPD from 3rd June to 4th July. A pretested, semi-structured questionnaire was applied to collect data. Haemoglobin estimation was done by Sahli’s method.Results: Prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women was found to be 81%; majority had moderate anaemia 57%. The mean age of pregnant women in the study is 24.55 years and 46.5% belong to lower socioeconomic status, 43% lived in joint families. Factors influencing anaemia were multi-parity, short inter-pregnancy interval, no history of recent deworming and iron and folic acid tablets intake.Conclusions: In the present study, the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women was found to be very high i.e., 81% especially among illiterates, low income groups, multiparous women, short inter-pregnancy interval, no history of recent deworming and iron and folic acid tablets intake. 

Multivitamins, iron and folic acid supplementation in pregnancy

2019 ◽  
Vol 493 ◽  
pp. S620-S621
Author(s):  
M. Milosevic Tosic ◽  
A. Nikolic ◽  
M. Bogavac ◽  
A. Jakovljevic ◽  
I. Tosic
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Folic Acid Supplementation ◽  
Acid Supplementation ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
In Pregnancy

Iron and folic acid in pregnancy - corrections

1967 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 32.2-32
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
In Pregnancy

In line 3 of the conclusion (p. 22, March 17, 1967) ‘Fersamal’ should have read ‘Pregamal’.

scholarly journals Compliance to iron and folic acid supplementation in pregnancy, Northwest Ethiopia

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Tesfaye Molla Birhanu ◽  
Mequanent Kassa Birarra ◽  
Fantahun Ayenew Mekonnen
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Folic Acid Supplementation ◽  
Northwest Ethiopia ◽  
Acid Supplementation ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
In Pregnancy

scholarly journals Nutritional support in pregnancy: possibilities for the prevention of obstetric complications

2021 ◽  
pp. 67-74
Author(s):  
O. I. Mikhailova ◽  
D. D. Mirzabekova ◽  
N. E. Kan ◽  
V. L. Tyutyunnik
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Nutritional Support ◽  
Pantothenic Acid ◽  
Nutritional Deficiencies ◽  
Perinatal Complications ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Iron And Folic Acid ◽  
Guidelines And Recommendations ◽  
In Pregnancy

This review focuses on the causes and consequences of nutritional deficiencies in the pregnant woman’s diet, as well as on the possibilities of its supplementation. It has been shown that inadequate intake of vitamins and minerals during pregnancy is accompanied by a lack of nutrient supply to the fetus, which can cause growth retardation, low birth weight and other obstetric and perinatal complications.According to the analysed guidelines and recommendations, the body’s need for vitamins and minerals increases at least twice as much during pregnancy. Adverse effects of the environment, a number of gastrointestinal and liver diseases, chronic diseases, antibiotic therapy, etc. increase this need.However, adequate nutritional support of the fetus is the result of several steps. These include the frequency of maternal food intake, the availability of nutrients in the food and the ability of the placenta to transport substrates effectively to the fetus.The most recommended vitamin for consumption in pregnancy is folic acid, alone or in combination with other B vitamins, as its deficiency leads to birth defects in the child.The authors of this review have reviewed a number of large studies conducted over the past decade that recommend iron and folic acid for pregnant women, regardless of dietary intake, as they have proven beneficial effects on the course and outcome of pregnancy. Folic acid, according to current recommendations, must be prescribed to every pregnant woman in the form of 400 mcg tablets daily regardless of her diet. Other most important and necessary vitamins for pregnant women are: vitamins A, C, D, E, K, B1, B2, B6, B12, PP, pantothenic acid, biotin.

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