FEROCAR Tablet 30's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ferrous Ascorbate 100 mg+Folic Acid 1.5 mg
Manufacturer
Oscar Remedies Pvt Ltd
Variant
30 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
FEROCAR TABLET contains Ferrous ascorbate and Folic acid, which belong to the group of medicines called Hematinics. It is used to manage nutritional deficiency anaemia associated with iron and folic acid. FEROCAR TABLET can also be used to manage anaemia occurring during pregnancy and breast feeding. Anemia is when your body can't produce enough hemoglobin (a substance in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen) due to insufficient iron. FEROCAR TABLET is not recommended to be taken if you have any kidney or liver diseases, porphyria cutanea tarda, conditions affecting the iron level of your body, cobalamin deficiency, any malignant disease, inflammatory bowel disease, galactose intolerance, lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. It is not recommended to take FEROCAR TABLET if you are receiving frequent blood transfusions and parenteral iron therapy. FEROCAR TABLET is safe to take in pregnancy and breastfeeding;
Uses
OF FEROCAR TABLETManages and manages anaemia occurring: Due to deficiency of iron and folic acid During pregnancy and breastfeeding
How It Works
FEROCAR TABLET helps increase haemoglobin levels where ferrous ascorbate facilitates oxygen delivery and consumption, promotes cell growth and multiplication, and thus boosts red blood cells and haemoglobin synthesis and Folic acid plays an essential role in the production of red blood cells (which transport oxygen throughout the body) and during pregnancy, owing to its function in the development of the brain and spinal cord of the developing baby.
Directions for Use
Take FEROCAR TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FEROCAR TABLET management depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking FEROCAR TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and dark stools. It is recommended to consult the doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or persist for a longer duration. USES OF FEROCAR TABLETManages and manages anaemia occurring: Due to deficiency of iron and folic acid During pregnancy and breastfeeding HOW FEROCAR TABLET WORKSFEROCAR TABLET helps increase haemoglobin levels where ferrous ascorbate facilitates oxygen delivery and consumption, promotes cell growth and multiplication, and thus boosts red blood cells and haemoglobin synthesis and Folic acid plays an essential role in the production of red blood cells (which transport oxygen throughout the body) and during pregnancy, owing to its function in the development of the brain and spinal cord of the developing baby. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake FEROCAR TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FEROCAR TABLET management depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF FEROCAR TABLETCOMMON Nausea, vomiting Constipation, diarrhea Dark stools RARE Loss of appetite, flatulence, swollen abdomen Allergic reactions (redness, rash, itching, hives, breathlessness, or shock)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredFEROCAR TABLET should be taken by pregnant women only if necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredFEROCAR TABLET should be taken during breastfeeding only if the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks to the baby. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALCOHOLUse with CautionFEROCAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients who consume alcohol in large amounts. Consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYUse with CautionFEROCAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a history of kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUse with CautionFEROCAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with hepatitis (inflammation of liver). Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take FEROCAR TABLET if you are allergic to ferrous ascorbate, folic acid, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionFEROCAR TABLET should be used with caution in patients with a family history of heart diseases. Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSConsult your doctorSafety and efficacy of FEROCAR TABLET in children have not been established. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionFEROCAR TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (over 55 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSFEROCAR TABLET is not recommended for use if you: Have porphyria cutanea tarda (a rare disease characterized by painful blister-like skin lesions that develop on the skin exposed to sun) Have conditions characterized by an increased amount of iron level in the body (Ex. haemochromatosis and hemosiderosis) Have haemolytic anaemia (increased rate of destruction of red blood cells as compared to the rate of formation of red blood cells) Have unmanaged cobalamin deficiency Have Addisonian pernicious anaemia (drop in red blood cells when the body can't absorb enough vitamin B12) Have any malignant diseases Are receiving repeated blood transfusions Have anaemias not produced by iron deficiency Are receiving parenteral iron therapy Have gastrointestinal diseases (Ex. inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal strictures, and diverticula) Have galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption (rare hereditary problems) Before taking FEROCAR TABLET, inform your doctor if you: Have folate-dependent tumours Have intestinal disease Have peptic ulcers Have inflammation of the intestine, colon, or pancreas Are undergoing angioplasty (surgery to stretch open a narrowed or blocked artery)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking FEROCAR TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: Medicines used to manage acidity (Ex. magnesium hydroxide, sodium bicarbonate, aluminium carbonate) Calcium, zinc, and vanadium (used as mineral supplements) Medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. ciprofloxacin, methacycline, minocycline, cefdinir, ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, ofloxacin, acetohydroxamic acid, demeclocycline, and co-trimoxazole) Levothyroxine (used in thyroid conditions) Trientine, penicillamine (used to manage Wilson’s disease) Medicines used to manage stomach ulcers (Ex. esomeprazole, lansoprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole) Medicines used to control cholesterol levels (Ex. cholestyramine, colestipol) Pancrelipase (used to improve food digestion) Medicines used in bone problems (Ex. risedronate, alendronate, ibandronate) Medicines used in Parkinson’s disease (Ex. entacapone, levodopa, methyldopa) Mycophenolate mofetil (used to suppress the immune system) Ascorbic acid and citric acid (used as antioxidants) Dimercaprol (used to manage arsenic or mercury toxicity) Medicines used to manage fits (Ex. phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone) Sulfasalazine (used to manage inflammatory bowel diseases) Methotrexate (used in cancer management) B. Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming foods containing soybean or soy protein with FEROCAR TABLET, as they can reduce iron absorption. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of FEROCAR TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dark sticky stools, blood in vomit, low blood pressure, fast heartbeat, dehydration, drowsiness, paleness, bluish discoloration, tiredness, and fits. SYNOPSIS Drug : Ferrous ascorbate, Folic acid Pharmacological Category : Vitamins and Minerals Therapeutic Indication : Anemia Dosage Forms : Tablet, capsule, oral drops, syrup, suspension, syringe MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep FEROCAR TABLET out of reach of children Store FEROCAR TABLET below 25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about FEROCAR Tablet 30's.
What is FEROCAR TABLET used for?
FEROCAR TABLET is used to manage nutritional deficiency anaemia associated with iron and folic acid. It can also be used to manage anaemia occurring during pregnancy and breast feeding.
Can FEROCAR TABLET be given to children?
Safety and efficacy of FEROCAR TABLET in children have not been established. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. The doctor will determine an appropriate dose or select a suitable alternative management for your child.
What if I forget to take a dose of FEROCAR TABLET?
If you forget to take a dose of FEROCAR TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it's almost time for the next one. Do not take FEROCAR TABLET two times to make up for the missed dose.
Can I stop taking FEROCAR TABLET on my own?
Continue taking FEROCAR TABLET until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, worsening of your condition or any new symptoms. Contact your doctor in such a case.
How should FEROCAR TABLET be taken? Can it be crushed?
No. Do not break, crush, or chew FEROCAR TABLET. Take it as advised by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FEROCAR TABLET for you based on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Can I take FEROCAR TABLET if I recently received a coronary stent?
No, it is not recommended to take FEROCAR TABLET if you got a surgery performed for coronary stenosis (angioplasty and coronary stents). Also, it is recommended to take FEROCAR TABLET with caution if anyone in the family is diagnosed with a condition or disease affecting the heart. Consult your doctor for advice.
Is FEROCAR TABLET safe during pregnancy?
FEROCAR TABLET should be taken by pregnant women only if necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it.
How does FEROCAR TABLET work?
FEROCAR TABLET helps increase haemoglobin levels where ferrous ascorbate facilitates oxygen delivery and consumption, promotes cell growth and multiplication, and thus boosts red blood cells and haemoglobin synthesis and Folic acid plays an essential role in the production of red blood cells (which transport oxygen throughout the body) and during pregnancy, owing to its function in the development of the brain and spinal cord of the developing baby.
What are the side effects of FEROCAR TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking FEROCAR TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, and dark stools. It is recommended to consult the doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Who should not take FEROCAR TABLET?
FEROCAR TABLET is not recommended for use if you have porphyria cutanea tarda, increased amount of iron level in body (Ex. haemochromatosis and hemosiderosis), haemolytic anaemia, unmanaged cobalamin deficiency, Addisonian pernicious anaemia, any malignant diseases, or are receiving repeated blood transfusions, have anaemias not produced by iron deficiency, or are receiving parenteral iron therapy, or have gastrointestinal diseases (Ex. inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal strictures, and diverticula), galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption (rare hereditary problems), or are allergic to ferrous ascorbate, folic acid.
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Last Updated
05 Aug 2024