Feronia XT Drops Oral Drop

Feronia XT Drops 15 ml belongs to a class of medications called ‘haematinics‘ primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy).

Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

Feronia XT Drops 15 ml is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9).

Feronia XT Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Feronia XT Drops 15 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Feronia XT Drops 15 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition.

In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Feronia XT Drops 15 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Feronia XT Drops 15 ml. Feronia XT Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml. Read more: Feronia XT

Uses of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body.

As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

The oral tablet form of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. The injection form of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is given by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dark coloured stool

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml. Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml may have interaction with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, cotrimoxazole, trimethoprim), antimaniac drug (lithium), water tablet (triamterene), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), painkillers (aspirin), anticancer drug (methotrexate).

Drug- Food Interaction: Avoid intake of dairy products, coffee or tea with Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

WHAT IS FERONIA XT?

FERONIA XT contains Iron and Folic Acid

WHAT FERONIA XT IS USED FOR?

FERONIA XT is used to treat Iron and Folic acid deficiency
Iron deficiency anaemia in infants, general weakness, malaise & convalescence in children

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking FERONIA XT, if you:

Are allergic to any of the ingredients in FERONIA XT
Have hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, hemolyticanemia
Have peptic ulcer
Have regional enteritis and ulcerative colitis

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

Consult your doctor before giving FERONIA XT

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor before taking FERONIA XT, if you are taking any other medicine including medicines obtained without prescription or any other supplements or herbal products.

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take FERONIA XT exactly as your doctor has told you
It is important to shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use

STORAGE:

Keep out of reach of children
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Do not use after the expiry date

Safety Advice

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  ALCOHOL

  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

  Avoid consumption of alcohol with Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml as it may decrease the absorption of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

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  PREGNANCY

  Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml may be safe to use during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor.

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  BREAST FEEDING

  It is unknown whether Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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  DRIVING

  Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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  LIVER

  Take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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  KIDNEY

  Take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

   

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
• Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
• Increase intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, citrus fruits.
• Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Special Advise

Avoid taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml and avoid drug interaction.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues.

Anaemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements, and it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures. It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorders.

FAQs

How does Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml work?

Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Can I take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with coffee or tea?

You are not recommended to take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml. However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

Can I take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with phenytoin?

You are not recommended to take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml with phenytoin.

Is Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml safe for hemochromatosis patients?

Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is not recommended for hemochromatosis (excessive iron in the body) patients as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any iron overload conditions before taking Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.

Why is it necessary to take Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml during pregnancy?

Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml is essential to take during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of iron and folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects in babies. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Feronia-XT Drops 15 ml.