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Introduction About VITCOFOL SYRUP
Vitcofol Syrup is a nutritional supplement used to manage or manage low blood levels of iron (Ex. in anemia or pregnancy). It contains ferrous fumarate, cyanocobalamin and folic acid as active ingredients that that helps overcome nutritional deficiencies.
Iron is an important mineral needed by the body to produce red blood cells and keep you in good health. Folic acid provides finished folate which the body can immediately use without any kind of metabolism. Methylcobalamin is important for the synthesis of DNA and helps manage neural tube defects.
Take Vitcofol Syrup exactly as advised by your doctor. Shake well before use. Inform your doctor if you have any metabolic disorders (Ex. hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis), alcohol use/abuse, stomach or intestinal problems (Ex. ulcers, colitis) or vitamin B12 deficiency.
Key Composition
- Ferrous Fumarate
- Folic Acid
- Cyanocobalamin
Therapeutic Uses Of VITCOFOL SYRUP
To manage or manage low blood levels of iron in
- anemia
- pregnancy
Side Effects Of VITCOFOL SYRUP
Vitcofol Syrup may cause constipation, diarrhea, stomach cramps or upset stomach in some individuals. Consult your doctor if you notice any such effects while taking it.
Safety Advice
- Take Vitcofol Syrup exactly as advised by your physician
- Take 5 ml twice a day for adults and 2.5 ml-5 ml once or twice a day for children, or as directed by the doctor
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose
- Do not take if you are allergic to any of its components
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking it
- Inform your doctor if you have any metabolic disorders (Ex. hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis), alcohol use/abuse, stomach or intestinal problems (Ex. ulcers, colitis) or vitamin B12 deficiency
- Inform your doctor on all the medicines you use, including prescription, over-the-counter medications, and herbal supplements
More Information
- Keep Vitcofol Syrup out of reach of children
- Keep in cool, dry place, away from light and moisture
FAQs About VITCOFOL SYRUP
Q: Can I take antibiotics with Vitcofol Syrup?
A: This medicine is found to interact with certain antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, doxycycline and minocycline. Consult your doctor before taking any other medicines with this one.
Q: Can I take Vitcofol Syrup if I am about to have a surgery?
A: Before taking Vitcofol Syrup, inform your doctor if you are about to have any surgery as the ingredients of this medicine might interfere with it.
Q: Can I take Vitcofol Syrup at night?
A: You can take Vitcofol Syrup at night, as long as you take it with a small bit of food to coat your stomach and to help your body absorb the ingredients. Consult your doctor for advice.
Q: What should I do if I miss to take a dose of Vitcofol Syrup?
A: Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take extra dose of Vitcofol Syrup to compensate for the missed dose.
Q: Can Vitcofol Syrup cause constipation?
A: Vitcofol Syrup may cause constipation. Eat fibre-rich food and consume plenty of fluids if you experience constipation. Consult your doctor if constipation persists.
References
1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-18528/ferrous-fumarate-folic-acid-oral/details
2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-155574/folic-acid-vitamin-b6-vitamin-b12-oral/details
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