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Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is 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). It contains Ferrous ascorbate and Folic acid, which work by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs is produced in the body, so that each tissue in the body gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, stomach upset, or dark-coloured stool. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Nest Pharma

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is an oral medicine primarily suggested to treat and prevent iron deficiency anaemia. It works by restoring low iron levels and supporting the production of healthy red blood cells in your body. This supplement is commonly suggested during pregnancy, recovery from blood loss, or nutritional deficiency.

For the best results, you should take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml consistently at the same time every day as directed by your doctor. It is typically taken on an empty stomach for maximum absorption, but you can take it with food if it causes an upset stomach. Eating a diet rich in vitamin C and reducing your intake of caffeinated drinks can help your body get the best results from this treatment.

While taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml, some people may experience mild stomach upset, nausea, or darker stools, which is a harmless and common reaction to oral iron. However, you should consult your doctor immediately if you experience severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, or signs of a serious allergic reaction.

Before starting this medicine, tell your doctor if you have conditions like iron overload disorders, peptic ulcers, or inflammatory bowel disease. Do not take this if you have a history of repeated blood transfusions or certain types of anaemia not caused by iron deficiency.

This medicine can interact with certain antibiotics, antacids, and calcium supplements, which can lower its absorption, so it is best to separate these doses by a few hours. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing other chronic health conditions to ensure this is the right option for you.

Uses of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is used to treat anaemia. The detailed uses of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml are as follows:

  • Iron deficiency anaemia: It replenishes the body's iron stores, helping to build haemoglobin, which carries oxygen throughout your body.
  • Anaemia during pregnancy: It supports the increased blood volume needs of both the mother and the developing baby, reducing the risk of low birth weight.
  • Nutritional deficiency: It corrects low iron and vitamin B9 levels caused by an inadequate diet or poor nutrient absorption.

Key Benefits

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml helps treat and prevent iron and folate deficiency, supporting the production of healthy red blood cells. As your body's iron stores improve, it can reduce symptoms such as tiredness, weakness, and dizziness, helping you feel more energetic and better able to manage everyday activities.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps treat and prevent iron and folate deficiency anaemia.
  • Reduces tiredness, weakness, and fatigue caused by low iron levels.
  • Improves energy levels, concentration, and overall daily functioning.
  • Supports healthy red blood cell production and oxygen transport throughout the body.
  • Promotes recovery after blood loss from surgery, injury, or heavy menstrual periods.
  • Provides nutritional support during pregnancy and other periods of increased folate and iron requirements.
Side effects of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml
  • Frequent flossing and brushing can help remove bacteria and debris that can give your teeth a metallic taste.
  • The metallic flavor may be caused by a zinc deficiency. Eat foods like meat, chicken, and oysters that are high in zinc.
  • Reducing the intake of foods with strong aromas, like onions and garlic, as they may intensify the taste of metallic substances.
  • Avoid smoking and tobacco products as they may intensify the metallic flavor.

Directions for Use

  • Take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml exactly as suggested by your doctor. Do not change your dose without consulting them.
  • Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet, as this can interfere with how it is absorbed.
  • For optimal absorption, take this medicine on an empty stomach, either one hour before or two hours after a meal.
  • If you experience stomach irritation, you may take it with a light meal, but avoid taking it with dairy products, tea, coffee, or high-fiber foods, as they can reduce absorption.
  • Always follow your healthcare provider's exact instructions regarding how long you need to continue taking this supplement.

How Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml Works

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is a combination medicine designed to optimise the way your body produces and maintains red blood cells. It contains two primary active ingredients that work together synergistically. • Ferrous Ascorbate: It is a highly absorbable form of iron. Iron is the essential building block of haemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. By delivering a stable source of iron, it directly treats the underlying cause of iron-deficiency fatigue. • Folic Acid: It is a synthetic form of vitamin B9. This vitamin is crucial for the synthesis of DNA and the proper maturation of red blood cells in the bone marrow. • Together, the iron helps increase oxygen-carrying red blood cells, while the vitamin helps your body produce healthy new red blood cells.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml as it may decrease the absorption of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.

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Pregnancy

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Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

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It is unknown whether Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Safe if suggested

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

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Heart

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Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

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Limited information available for use of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml

If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate emergency medical attention or contact a poison control centre. An overdose of iron-containing medicines can be highly toxic, especially to young children. Symptoms of overdose may include severe vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, or extreme drowsiness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include Vitamin C: Eat foods rich in vitamin C, such as oranges, strawberries, bell peppers, and tomatoes, alongside your dose to enhance iron absorption.
  • Avoid Absorption Inhibitors: Do not consume tea, coffee, milk, calcium supplements, or antacids within two hours of taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml, as they block iron absorption.
  • Eat Iron-Rich Foods: Complement your treatment by incorporating natural dietary sources of iron, such as lean red meat, poultry, fish, spinach, and fortified cereals.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day and consume dietary fibre to help manage or prevent constipation, which is a common effect of iron intake.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml to start to work: Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml ideally shows its action within 30 to 60 minutes after administration.
  • The time for which the effects of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml last: The duration of action for Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is unknown.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if you forget to take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml

If you miss a dose of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Drug Warnings

  • Check packaging integrity: Inspect the blister pack or bottle before use; do not take the medication if the seal is broken or the tablets look discoloured.
  • Inform other doctors: Always tell any doctor, dentist, or surgeon you visit that you are taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml, as iron can interfere with certain lab tests, including stool occult blood tests.
  • Separate other medicines: Keep a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml and taking any thyroid medications, antibiotics, or calcium pills.
  • Monitor symptoms: Keep regular appointments with your healthcare provider so they can monitor your blood counts and adjust your therapy as needed.
  • Avoid if you are allergic: Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to ferrous ascorbate, folic acid, or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you have had an allergic reaction to iron or folic acid supplements in the past.
  • Use carefully in children: Give this medicine to children only if it has been suggested by a doctor. Keep it out of their reach, as swallowing too much iron can be very dangerous.
  • Extra care for older adults: Older adults can take this medicine if suggested by their doctor. They may need regular check-ups, especially if they have other health conditions or take multiple medicines.
  • Use under medical supervision in kidney disease: If you have chronic kidney disease or are on dialysis, take this medicine only under your doctor's supervision. Your doctor may monitor your blood tests and adjust your treatment if needed.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction:

  • Antacids and Proton Pump Inhibitors (e.g., calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, omeprazole, pantoprazole): These medicines reduce stomach acid, which can significantly decrease the absorption of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.
  • Certain Antibiotics (e.g., tetracycline, ciprofloxacin): Taking these medicines with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml can reduce the absorption of both the antibiotic and the iron.
  • Thyroid Medications (e.g., levothyroxine): Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml can reduce the effectiveness of thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
  • Calcium Supplements (e.g., calcium carbonate, calcium citrate): Calcium competes with iron for absorption in the gut, lowering the effectiveness of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.

Drug-Food Interaction:

  • Tea and Coffee: Compounds called tannins in these drinks can bind to iron and drastically reduce its absorption.
  • Dairy Products: The high calcium content in milk, cheese, and yoghurt interferes with how your body absorbs the iron in Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.
  • High-Fiber Foods: Foods very high in phytates (like whole grains or bran) can limit iron uptake if eaten at the same time as your medication.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

  • Haemochromatosis or Haemosiderosis: Do not take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml if you suffer from these iron overload disorders, as it can cause dangerous levels of iron buildup.
  • Peptic Ulcers or Ulcerative Colitis: Iron can irritate the digestive tract lining and potentially worsen active inflammation or bleeding in these conditions.
  • Haemolytic Anaemia: If your anaemia is due to red blood cell destruction rather than iron deficiency, taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is not appropriate and can lead to iron toxicity.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml:
Co-administration of Ferrous ascorbate, Folic acid with Capecitabine may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ferrous ascorbate, Folic acid and Capecitabine, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, loose stools, severe nausea and vomiting, tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, mouth ulcers or sores, numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml:
Co-administration of Ferrous ascorbate, Folic acid with Fluorouracil may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Ferrous ascorbate, Folic acid and Fluorouracil, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, loose stools, severe nausea and vomiting, tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, mouth ulcers or sores, numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands or feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml is used for the treatment of anaemia.
You are not recommended to take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml. However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.
You are not recommended to take Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with phenytoin.
Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 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 Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.
Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 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 Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml.
Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 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.
This is a very common and completely harmless side effect of oral iron supplements. It occurs because your body does not absorb all the iron, and the unabsorbed portion is excreted, causing the dark colour. Talk to your doctor if this is accompanied by abdominal pain.
No, you should avoid taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with milk or other dairy products because the calcium in them blocks the absorption of iron. It is best to wait at least two hours after taking your medicine before consuming dairy. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more timing advice.
If you experience stomach irritation, you can try taking Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml with a small, non-dairy meal. However, this may slightly reduce iron absorption, so you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the best strategy for your digestive comfort.
Some multivitamins also contain iron, calcium, or minerals that can interact with Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml or lead to excessive intake. Always share a list of all your current supplements with your pharmacist or doctor before starting Ferinest Orange Flavour Suspension 200 ml to avoid interactions
Yes, constipation is a well-known side effect of iron supplements. Increasing your intake of water and dietary fibre can help alleviate this symptom. Talk to your doctor if your constipation becomes severe or painful.

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India

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#17-1-391/s/3, Singareni Colony, Saidabad,Hyderabad-500059
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