Hemfer-XT Tablet (Ferrous Ascorbate / Folic Acid)

About Hemfer-XT Tablet

Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’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.

Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s. Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s.

Uses of Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dark coloured stool

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s. Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s 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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s.

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 Hemfer-XT Tablet 10’s.