Ferium XT Tablet 15’s 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.
Ferium XT Tablet 15’s is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Ferium XT Tablet 15’s 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 Ferium XT Tablet 15’s as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Ferium XT Tablet 15’s 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 Ferium XT Tablet 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Ferium XT Tablet 15’s. Ferium XT Tablet 15’s should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Ferium XT Tablet 15’s 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 Ferium XT Tablet 15’s.
Medicinal Benefits
Ferium XT Tablet 15’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Ferium XT Tablet 15’s works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets a 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
Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Ferium XT Tablet 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Ferium XT Tablet 15’s. Ferium XT Tablet 15’s should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Ferium XT Tablet 15’s 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 Ferium XT Tablet 15’s.
Safety Information:
Read the label carefully before use.
Store in a cool and dry place.
Keep out of reach of children.
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