Livogen Ferrous Fumarate & Folic Acid Captab
Rs.85for 1 strip(s) (15 captabs each)
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Livogen Ferrous Fumarate & Folic Acid Captab may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
For best results this medicine to be taken along with vitamin C or on an empty stomach.
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For best results this medicine to be taken along with vitamin C or on an empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Livogen Ferrous Fumarate & Folic Acid Captab.
UNSAFE
Livogen Ferrous Fumarate & Folic Acid Captab is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Livogen Ferrous Fumarate & Folic Acid Captab is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Livogen
Ferrous Ascorbate(152mg)
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(1500mcg)
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
SUBSTITUTES FOR Livogen
No substitutes found
Expert advice FOR Livogen
- 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 Livogen
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.