King Tonic syrup bottle 200.0 ml #1
Manufacturer: SKG-Pharma limited , Nigeria
Composition: cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) + folic acid (vitamin B9) + iron ammonium citrate
1. What is King Tonic and what is its primary use?
King Tonic is a haematinic formulation used primarily to manage hypochromic microcytic anaemia.
2. How does King Tonic ensure maximum bioavailability of iron?
It uses ferrous iron and Nitrogen blanketing technology.
3. What are the other components of King Tonic besides iron, and what are their roles?
Vitamins (Thiamine HCl, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine HCl, Nicotinamide, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Vitamin B12) and calcium; vitamins for metabolism, calcium for bones, teeth, and cell function.
4. What are the specific indications for using King Tonic?
Iron deficiency anaemia, blood loss, pregnancy/lactation, malaria/febrile illnesses, convalescence, weakness, tiredness.
5. What are the contraindications and precautions associated with King Tonic?
Ineffective erythropoiesis, bone marrow problems, excessive iron storage; do not take with antacids.
6. What are the possible side effects of King Tonic?
Dark stools, constipation, diarrhoea, vomiting (infrequent).
7. What is the dosage of King Tonic for different age groups?
Adults: 15ml three times daily; Children (7-12): 10ml twice daily; Children (2-6): 5ml twice daily; Children under 2: physician determined.
8. What is the composition of King Tonic (per 5ml)?
Ferrous Fumarate 45.539mg, Thiamine HCl 3.5mg, Riboflavin 1mg, Pyridoxine HCl 2mg, Nicotinamide 15mg, Calcium D-Pantothenate 6mg, Vitamin B12 2mcg.
9. What is the presentation and storage information for King Tonic?
200ml and 100ml bottles; store below 30°C, protected from light.
10. Who manufactures King Tonic, and where?
SKG-Pharma Limited, 7/9 Sapara Street, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.