Folic Acid
Uses
Folic Acid is used in the treatment of folic acid deficiency and to prevent anemia.
How it Works
Folic acid is a type of vitamin B. Folic acid helps the body produce and maintain new cells. Folic acid is also necessary for the normal production and maturation of red blood cells.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Folic acid may suffer from such side effects;
Nausea,
Abdominal distension,
Rash,
Itching,
Decreased appetite,
Flatulence
Iron
Uses
Iron is used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and anemia due to chronic kidney disease. Iron is also used as a nutritional supplement
How it Works
Iron is important for many functions in the body, Iron is especially important for the transport of oxygen in the blood.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Iron include the symptoms below;
Nausea,
Abdominal cramp,
Constipation,
Epigastric pain,
Diarrhoea