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Ferikind Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

FOLIC ACID-1.5MG + IRON-100MG

Uses:

<p>Ferikind Tablet is used in the treatment of Iron deficiency (anaemia). The detailed use of Ferikind Tablet is as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treatment of iron deficiency anaemia:</strong> Ferikind Tablet is primarily used to treat iron deficiency anaemia, especially in people with low iron levels due to poor diet, chronic blood loss, or conditions such as chronic kidney disease.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Ferikind Tablet helps treat and prevent iron deficiency and anaemia.
  • It supports increased iron and folic acid requirements during pregnancy.
  • It also promotes the production of red blood cells (RBCs) and haemoglobin.
  • Ferikind Tablet prevents complications associated with iron and folate deficiency, such as weakness, fatigue, and poor immunity.
  • It aids in the healthy growth and development of the foetus during pregnancy.
  • It helps the body produce and maintain new cells, supporting overall tissue health.

FAQs

Ferikind Tablet is used to treat Iron deficiency (anaemia).

Ferikind Tablet contains‚ Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anaemia. Ferikind Tablet works by‚ boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body.

Folic acid requirements are usually met through the diet, but additional supplementation is required in cases of deficiency. Ferikind Tablet is advised to pregnant women who want to conceive as folate utilisation is increased in pregnancy. It is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.

It is recommended not to take Ferikind Tablet with tea, coffee, milk, or eggs, as the body may absorb less iron from supplements when taken together, which may reduce $ name's effectiveness.

Ferikind Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it can cause an upset stomach when taken on an empty stomach. So, please take it as your doctor suggested if you have an upset stomach.

If you are pregnant, it is necessary to maintain the right level of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as the baby's central nervous system develops. To avoid any defects, it is necessary to take it for the first 3 months, as the neural tube is fully formed by then.

Daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation with 30-60 mg of elemental iron and 400µg (0.4 mg) folic acid is recommended for pregnant women to prevent puerperal sepsis, maternal anaemia, low birth weight, and preterm birth.

Folic acid is rich in various foods like broccoli, brussels sprouts, liver, spinach, and asparagus, while iron is found in dark-green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, nuts, and dried fruit. To maintain a healthy and balanced diet, include all major food groups, especially those containing vitamin c, as it aids iron absorption.

The side effects of Ferikind Tablet are constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea. If any of these persist or worsen consult your doctor.

Yes, Ferikind Tablet may interact with medications used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, blood cholesterol, Parkinson's disease, thyroid disease, bone disease, certain cancers, malaria, Wilson's disease, and antibiotics. So please consult your doctor before taking Ferikind Tablet with other medicines.

Folic acid deficiency can lead to health issues like anaemia, birth defects, neuropsychiatric symptoms, and oral ulcers. Symptoms of folic acid deficiency include pale skin, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, depression, insomnia, cognitive decline, and psychosis. If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.

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