FERSAN FORTE, 30 tablets/What is the drug FERSAN FORTE and what is it used for? One FERSAN FORTE tablet contains 30 mg of elemental (carbonyl) iron, 180 mg of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), and 600 μg of folic acid (vitamin B9), as an active substance. . Elemental iron compensates for the lack of iron in the body and prevents the occurrence of anemia. It is very well resorbed and tolerated even in very high concentrations (does not cause digestive disturbances). Folic acid is necessary for the growth and proper development of the fetus and the prevention of megaloblastic anemia. The amount of folic acid 600μg contained in FERSAN FORTE tablets is a recommended dose for pregnant and lactating women, in order to prevent birth defects in children. Vitamin C is necessary for the absorption of iron and folic acid, and multifold improves the utilization of elemental iron in the body. FERSAN FORTE tablets are intended for iron, vitamin C and folic acid supplementation in specific patient populations such as:

• pregnant women
• lactating women
• women of reproductive age
• women planning pregnancy
• women taking birth control pills
• teenagers
• vegetarians
• persons on reduction dietireconvalescents
• voluntary blood donors
• for the prevention of diseases of the heart and blood vessels