Rs.182for 1 strip(s) (15 tablets each)
Composition FOR Feroford-XT
Ferrous Ascorbate(60mg),Folic Acid(1mg),Methylcobalamin(500mcg),Zinc(15mg)food interaction for Feroford-XT
alcohol interaction for Feroford-XT
pregnancy interaction for Feroford-XT
lactation interaction for Feroford-XT
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Feroford-XT Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Feroford-XT Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Feroford-XT Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Feroford-XT Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Feroford-XT
Ferrous Ascorbate(60mg)
Uses
Ferrous Ascorbate is used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and anemia due to chronic kidney disease.
How it works
Ferrous Ascorbate is a combination of of iron and vitamin C. Iron works by replenishing the iron stores in your body and corrects iron deficiency anemia. Vitamin C (ascorbate) is added to enhance the absorption of iron in the body.
Common side effects
Vomiting, Nausea, Dark colored stool, Constipation, Diarrhea
Folic Acid(1mg)
Uses
Folic Acid is used in the treatment of anemia due to folic acid deficiency.
How it works
Folic Acid is a form of vitamin B. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby's brain and spinal cord.
Common side effects
No common side effects seen
Methylcobalamin(500mcg)
Uses
Methylcobalamin is used in vitamin B12 deficiency.
How it works
Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B12 that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.
Common side effects
Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Nausea, Rash
Zinc(15mg)
Uses
Zinc is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it works
Zinc is a micro mineral. It maintains mucous lining in the stomach. It also promotes water and electrolyte absorption in the body. It also increases the circulation of enzymes, which act against infections like diarrhea. It enhances the immunity by increasing immune boosting cells. This is how it works in resisting infections such as diarrhea.
Common side effects
No common side effects seen
SUBSTITUTES FOR Feroford-XT
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Expert advice FOR Feroford-XT
- Take ferrous ascorbate with meals to reduce gastric discomfort.
- Inform your doctor about any medications you may be receiving for treating infections (antibiotics).
- Tell your doctor if you have ulcerations in stomach or intestine (peptic ulcer) or long-term inflammation of the intestine (regional enteritis and ulcerative colitis).
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blood in stools, black stools, vomiting of blood, low blood pressure, increased heart rate, high blood sugar levels, dehydration, drowsiness, pale appearance, and bluish discoloration of skin, lack of vigor or fits.
- Consult your doctor regarding use of ferrous ascorbate in children.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- Do not take if allergic to iron supplements or any of its ingredients.
- Do not take if suffering with disorders of excessive iron accumulation in the body (hemosiderosis and hemochromatosis), low hemoglobin in blood due to increased destruction of red blood cells (hemolytic anemia) or inability to produce red blood cells (red cell aplasia).
Frequently asked questions FOR Feroford-XT
Ferrous Ascorbate
Q. How long can I take Ferrous Ascorbate for?
Ferrous Ascorbate is advised in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficient anemia till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use.
Q. Can I take Ferrous Ascorbate for anemia and iron deficiency?
Yes, Ferrous Ascorbate is recommended for iron deficiency anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Take Ferrous Ascorbate in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Q. What types of food items should I take other than Ferrous Ascorbate?
You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry, seafood or beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas). Iron supplements (tablets or capsules) available at pharmacy stores are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use.
Folic Acid
Q. Is it ok to take Folic Acid when not pregnant?
Usually, folic acid requirements are met from the diet and therefore additional supplements are not required. In general, Folic Acid is recommended only when you have a deficiency of folic acid. However, Folic Acid is advised to women who are pregnant and who want to conceive. The medicine should be taken at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and should continue its use up to 3 months of pregnancy. Consult your doctor if not sure.
Q. Can Folic Acid cause weight gain?
Animal studies on Folic Acid suggest that taking the medicine in excess along with a high-fat diet may lead to weight gain and fat accumulation. But this weight gain was not evident when taken along with a normal or low-fat diet, even with excess Folic Acid. In humans, similar studies have not been conducted and therefore knowledge regarding weight gain is lacking. Therefore, if you are on Folic Acid eat a low-fat meal to be on the safer side.
Q. How long does Folic Acid take to work?
Folic Acid usually starts working within a few hours of taking it. If you are taking it for iron deficiency anemia, you may start feeling better after a few weeks of taking it. In case you are taking it during pregnancy, you may not notice any difference but this does not mean that the dose is not working. Continue taking Folic Acid for the duration recommended by your doctor.
Methylcobalamin
Q. What is Methylcobalamin?
Methylcobalamin contains vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is an essential nutrient which is required by the body to make red blood cells and maintain a healthy nervous system. It is also important for releasing energy from food and using vitamin B11 (folic acid).
Q. Why can’t I get sufficient vitamin B12 from my diet?
You can get vitamin B12 from sources like meat, fish, eggs and dairy products. While people who are vegetarian or vegan may not get Vitamin B12 as it is not found naturally in foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains. Therefore, deficiency of Vitamin B12 is usually noticed in vegetarians or vegans.
Q. What happens if I have vitamin B12 deficiency?
Deficiency of vitamin B12 may cause tiredness, weakness, constipation, loss of appetite, weight loss and megaloblastic anemia (a condition when red blood cells become larger in size than normal). It may also lead to nerve problems such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Other symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency may include problems with balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory and soreness of the mouth or tongue.