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Biofer-XT Suspension (Ferrous ascorbate + Folic acid)

  • Each 5 ml contains ferrous ascorbate equivalent to elemental Iron 30 mg + Folic acid 500 mcg
  • For the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia
  • Iron is an essential component in the formation of haemoglobin. Also serves as a cofactor of several essential enzymes. Folic acid is required for synthesis of nucleoprotein, purine nucleotides and the metabolism of some amino acids, normal growth and cell reproduction, nucleoprotein synthesis and the maintenance of normal erythropoiesis.
  • One tea spoon twice daily in adults.
  • In patients with a known hypersensitivity to active ingredients or any other excipients of the formulation, Haemosiderosis, haemochromatosis and haemoglobinopathies, Inflammatory bowel disease. Active peptic ulcer.
  • Iron preparations should be used with caution in patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria. Iron preparations colour the faeces black, which may interfere with tests used for detection of occult blood in the stools.
  • There are not adequate well controlled studies in pregnant women. Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Safety and efficacy in children have not been established
  • Concomitant use with parenteral iron is contraindicated, Absorption of iron may be reduced in the presence of antacids and proton pump inhibitors.
  • Rarely observed adverse reaction are nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea and allergic reactions
  • Haematinics