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Happymix-5 is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
This Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc preparation suits children aged 6 to 23 months best. WHO recommends it, and it is very effective against iron and micronutrient deficiency anemia in children under five. The dose is as follows. Feed it to the child mixed with semi-solid or soft food (rice, hotchpotch, suji and so on).
When the child is hungry, mix one sachet with a small quantity of the child's main meal of the day. Feed all of it within half an hour. Give one sachet daily for 2 months, then leave an interval of 4 months and continue for another 2 months. Follow the same pattern and feed the preparation to children up to 59 months of age.
Side Effects
Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc has no obvious side effects as such. But because it contains iron, a child's stool may turn hard or soft, and its colour may look blackish. This settles and goes back to normal after a few days.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc is not for children who are in hospital or who have acute malnutrition. Once the child recovers and starts eating normally, it can be given again. Don't mix Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc with food that is too hot, liquid or hard. Also, don't give it to your child if the sachet is torn or has been left open, or if the shelf life has expired.
Contraindications
Children with thalassemia, sickle cell anemia or HIV/AIDS should not take this medicine.
Storage
Keep the Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc combination in a dry place, away from light, where the temperature stays below 30°C.
Common questions about Happymix-5 1 gm
What is Happymix-5 1 gm Oral Powder?
Happymix-5 1 gm Oral Powder is a medicine that contains Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc. It is made by The ACME Laboratories Ltd. It belongs to the Iron group of medicines.
What is Happymix-5 used for?
Happymix-5 is used for: Anemia.
What are the side effects of Happymix-5?
Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc has no obvious side effects as such. But because it contains iron, a child's stool may turn hard or soft, and its colour may look blackish.
How should I store Happymix-5?
Keep the Iron + Folic Acid + Vitamin A + Vitamin C + Zinc combination in a dry place, away from light, where the temperature stays below 30°C.
Do I need a prescription for Happymix-5?
Happymix-5 is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.