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About FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml. FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.

Uses of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml

Treatment of anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Side Effects of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml

  • Vomiting

  • Nausea

  • Stomach upset

  • Dark coloured stool

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor, and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml. FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml may have interaction with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, cotrimoxazole, trimethoprim), antimanic drug (lithium), water tablet (triamterene), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), painkillers (aspirin), anticancer drug (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of dairy products, coffee or tea with FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • LITHIUM
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.

  • Limit junk food items the from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.

  • Increase the intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, and citrus fruits.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Special Advise

Avoid taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml and avoid drug interaction. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements, and it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures. It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorders.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml as it may decrease the absorption of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, Godrej Bkc, Plot C, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051, India.
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FAQs

FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is used for the treatment of anaemia.
You are not recommended to take FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml. However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.
You are not recommended to take FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml with phenytoin.
FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is not recommended for hemochromatosis (excessive iron in the body) patients as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any iron overload conditions before taking FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.
FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml is essential to take during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of iron and folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects in babies. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml.
FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). FE-Z XT Oral Drops 15 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

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