Feronia -D3 Tablet
Rs.162for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Feronia
alcohol interaction for Feronia
pregnancy interaction for Feronia
lactation interaction for Feronia
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Feronia -D3 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 Feronia -D3 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Feronia -D3 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Feronia -D3 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Feronia
Ferrous Ascorbate(100mg)
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
Vitamin D3(1000IU)
Uses
Vitamin D3 is used in the treatment of Vitamin D deficiency and osteoporosis.
How it works
Vitamin D3 is a form of vitamin D. It raises vitamin D levels in your blood. This in turn raises calcium levels in your blood by helping you absorb more calcium from food.
Common side effects
Increased calcium in urine, Loss of appetite, Increased calcium level in blood, Itching, Rash, Urticaria, Facial swelling, Genital edema, Dry skin, Nail disorder, Erythematous rash, Decreased prothrombin level in blood, Difficulty in swallowing, Weakness, Fatigue, Sleepiness, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Metallic taste, Nausea, Vomiting
Folic Acid(1.5mg)
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
Vitamin B12(7.5mcg)
Uses
Vitamin B12 is used in the treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency.
How it works
Vitamin B12 is a nutrient which the body requires in small amounts to make red blood cells, generate energy, and keep nerve cells healthy.
Common side effects
No common side effects seen
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride(1.5mg)
Uses
Common side effects
SUBSTITUTES FOR Feronia
No substitutes found
Expert advice FOR Feronia
- 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 Feronia
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.
Vitamin D3
Q. Is it better to take Vitamin D3 at night or in the morning?
You can take Vitamin D3 at any time of the day, morning, or night. However, there is limited information available about the best time to take Vitamin D3. Take it exactly as advised by your doctor.
Q. What are the benefits of taking Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 is important for maintaining bone health, support the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system. It also regulates insulin levels and is also important for a healthy heart and blood vessels.
Q. How should Vitamin D3 be taken?
Vitamin D3 should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed. It is advised to take it with the main meal of the day to increase its absorption.
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.
Vitamin B12
Q. What is Vitamin B12? What is Vitamin B12 used for?
Vitamin B12 is a medicine used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency in the body. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. It also helps to treat anemia, fatigue, and numbness or tingling in hands and feet.
Q. What is the cause of vitamin B12 deficiency?
Deficiency of vitamin B12 could be due to poor dietary intake, pernicious anemia (as it leads to poor absorption of vitamin B12) and certain types of stomach related surgeries, such as weight loss surgery or any surgery of the intestines). Besides these, there are some medications which can also lead to its deficiency and some disorders of the immune system (those that cause a decrease in the immunity of our body), such as Lupus or Graves’ disease. Consult your doctor if you have or ever had any of these issues.
Q. Is Vitamin B12 effective?
Vitamin B12 is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vitamin B12 too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.