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Feribot-XT Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Feribot-XT Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat iron deficiency and anaemia. It helps form red blood cells and restores iron levels in the body. Some of the common side effects include nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset.

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Synonym :

FERROUS ASCORBATE+FOLIC ACID+ZINC SULPHATE

Composition :

ELEMENTAL IRON-100MG + ELEMENTAL ZINC-22.5MG + FOLIC ACID-1.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dbott Biotech Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Feribot-XT Tablet

Feribot-XT Tablet is used to treat iron deficiency and its associated anaemia. Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells due to low iron levels. 

Feribot-XT Tablet contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Elemental Zinc. Elemental Iron is an essential mineral that aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid helps form red blood cells and prevents and treats folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate). Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues.

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Feribot-XT Tablet may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis) before starting Feribot-XT Tablet . It is essential to seek medical advice before starting Feribot-XT Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before using Feribot-XT Tablet . Feribot-XT Tablet should be given to children only when advised by the doctor.

Uses of Feribot-XT Tablet

Used for the treatment of Iron deficiency and anaemia

Directions for Use

Swallow Feribot-XT Tablet as a whole with a glass of water. You can take it with or without food at regular intervals, as suggested by the doctor. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Feribot-XT Tablet contains Elemental Iron, Folic Acid, and Elemental Zinc. Elemental iron is a mineral that the body requires for red blood cells to transport oxygen to other cells and tissues. Iron, in combination with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, aids in the transport of adequate oxygen to various body parts. Folic acid promotes the formation of red blood cells. It prevents and treats anaemia and folate deficiency. Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues.

How Feribot-XT Tablet Works

Feribot-XT Tablet contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Elemental Zinc. Elemental Iron is an essential mineral that aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid helps form red blood cells and prevents and treats folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate). Elemental Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues.

What if I have taken an overdose of Feribot-XT Tablet

Do not take more than the suggested dose of Feribot-XT Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, heart/kidney/liver/ diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis) before starting Feribot-XT Tablet . Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Feribot-XT Tablet . Iron is excreted into the breast milk; hence consult your doctor before taking Feribot-XT Tablet if you are a breastfeeding mother. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before using Feribot-XT Tablet . Feribot-XT Tablet should be used for children only when suggested by the doctor. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try folate-rich food sources like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans, liver (avoid this during pregnancy), and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid.
  • Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
  • Cut down on sugar, salt, and processed foods.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Feribot-XT Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before using Feribot-XT Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited data on how Feribot-XT Tablet affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before starting Feribot-XT Tablet if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Iron in Feribot-XT Tablet can pass into breast milk when used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Feribot-XT Tablet if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Safe if suggested

Feribot-XT Tablet usually does not interfere with your driving ability. However, please consult your doctor if you notice any side effects that affect your mental ability while using Feribot-XT Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Feribot-XT Tablet . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Feribot-XT Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek your doctor's advice before starting Feribot-XT Tablet if you have kidney disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Feribot-XT Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Feribot-XT Tablet should be used in children only when suggested by a doctor. The doctor will prescribe the dosage of Feribot-XT Tablet based on the child's age and weight.

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Feribot-XT Tablet is used to treat iron deficiency anaemia, a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells due to low iron levels.

Feribot-XT Tablet is a nutritional supplement that consists of Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Elemental Zinc. It works by restoring iron levels and boosting the body's production of red blood cells (RBC), thus treating iron deficiency anaemia.

It is recommended not to take Feribot-XT Tablet along with tea, coffee, milk, and eggs since they might interfere with iron absorption from Feribot-XT Tablet .

Feribot-XT Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, Feribot-XT Tablet may cause gastrointestinal disturbances like stomach upset or constipation when taken without food. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have stomach problems.

Antacids may interfere with the absorption of iron. Hence, it is advised to take Feribot-XT Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.

Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Feribot-XT Tablet and other antibiotics.

Foods rich in folic acid and iron include leafy greens like kale, spinach, asparagus, and broccoli, legumes such as lentils and chickpeas, fortified cereals, citrus fruits, red meat, beefliver, seafood, poultry, tofu, and seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.

The side effects of Feribot-XT Tablet include diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, and stomach upset. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

Feribot-XT Tablet may interact with antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, cephalexin, penicillamine), fits medicines (phenytoin, phenobarbital), antacids, anti-cancer drugs (cisplatin), and HIV/AIDS medicines (ritonavir). Consult the doctor before taking Feribot-XT Tablet with these medications.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - FER1159

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Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:45 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-2557/iron-folic-acid-oral/details
  2. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1017/folic-acid
  3. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-982/zinc
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