Femina XT Tablet 30s

INTRODUCTION TO FEMINA XT

FEMINA XT TABLET contains Ferrous ascorbate, and Folic acid which belongs to the group of medicines called Hematinic. It is used to treat, and prevent nutritional deficiency anemia associated with iron, and folic acid.

FEMINA XT TABLET can also be used to treat, and prevent anemia occurring during pregnancy, and breastfeeding. Anemia is when You’re body can’t produce enough of haemoglobin (a substance in red blood cells that enables them to carry oxygen), due to insufficient iron.

FEMINA XT TABLET is not recommended to be taken if you have any kidney or liver diseases, porphyria cutanea tarda, conditions affecting iron level of You’re body, cobalamin deficiency, any malignant disease, inflammatory bowel disease, galactose intolerance, lapp lactase deficiency or glucose – galactose malabsorption.

It is not recommended to take FEMINA XT TABLET if you are receiving frequent blooFeminad transfusions, and parenteral iron therapy. FEMINA XT TABLET is safe to take in pregnancy, and breastfeeding, however, consult You’re doctor before taking it. Safety, and efficacy of FEMINA XT TABLET in children have not been established.

The most common side effects of taking FEMINA XT TABLET are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, and dark stools. It is recommended to consult the doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or persist for longer duration.

USES OF FEMINA XT TABLET

Treats, and prevents anemia occurring:

• Due to deficiency of iron, and folic acid
• During pregnancy, and breastfeeding

HOW FEMINA XT TABLET WORKS?

FEMINA XT 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 FEMINA XT TABLET as advised by You’re physician. Swallow it with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. You’re doctor will decide the correct dose, and duration of FEMINA XT TABLET treatment depending upon You’re age, body weight, and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FEMINA XT TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea:

Take FEMINA XT TABLET with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy foods. If symptom persists, contact You’re doctor.

Vomiting:

Get adequate rest. Drink lots of fluids, especially water. Have small sips if you feel sick. Eat when you feel like it – you don’t have to eat or avoid any specific foods. Do not take any medicine for vomiting without You’re doctor’s consultation. If vomiting persists, contact You’re doctor.

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of liquids like water or fruit juice to maintain hydration. Call You’re doctor before taking any medicine for diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, contact You’re doctor.

Constipation:

Consume enough fiber rich foods like fresh fruits, vegetables, cereals, and drink ample amount of water. Exercise more regularly. If symptom persists, contact You’re doctor.

Loss appetite:

Eat when you are hungry. Eat smaller meals more often than usual. Snack only when you’re hungry. Eat a protein-rich or other healthy snack such as dried fruit, and nuts. If appetite does not get better, contact You’re doctor.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug Interactions:

Before taking FEMINA XT TABLET, inform You’re doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Medicines used to treat acidity (Ex. magnesium hydroxide, sodium bicarbonate, aluminium carbonate)
• Calcium, zinc, vanadium (used as mineral supplements)
• Medicines used to treat bacterial infections (Ex. ciprofloxacin, methacycline, minocycline, cefdinir, ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, ofloxacin, acetohydroxamic acid, demeclocycline, co-trimoxazole)
• Levothyroxine (used in thyroid conditions)
• Trientine, penicillamine (used to treat Wilson’s disease)
• Medicines used to treat 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 immune system)
• Ascorbic acid, and citric acid (used as antioxidants)
• Dimercaprol (used to treat arsenic or mercury toxicity)
• Medicines used to treat fits (Ex. phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone)
• Sulfasalazine (used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases)
• Methotrexate (used in cancer treatment)

B. Drug-Food Interactions:

Avoid consuming foods containing soybean or soy protein with FEMINA XT TABLET as they can reduce iron absorption.

Over dosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of FEMINA XT TABLET, consult You’re doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dark sticky stools, blood in vomit, low blood pressure, fast heartbeat, dehydration, drowsiness, paleness, bluish discoloration, tiredness, and fits.