Who is not allowed to take Zincofer XT Tablet ?

A person allergic to any compound present in Zincofer XT Tablet cannot take a name.

I am pregnant. Can I take Zincofer XT Tablet ?

Consult your doctor before taking Zincofer XT Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will recommend Zincofer XT Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

How does Zincofer XT Tablet work?

Zincofer XT Tablet contains Iron, Zinc, and Folic acid. These three are important substances required by the body to make more blood cells. Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Combined with a protein called haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Zinc is needed by the body's immune (defence) system to carry out its functions. It helps in cell growth, division, breakdown of carbohydrates, wound healing, and proper metabolism of iron. Folic acid is a vitamin B that helps the body make more red blood cells and helps the red blood cells carry out more oxygenated blood to other tissues of the body.

What is the role of iron in the body?

Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Combined with a protein called haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Factors including pregnancy, blood loss, or low iron in the diet can reduce the iron supply leading to anaemia.

What is the best way of taking Zincofer XT Tablet , is it an empty stomach or after a meal?

Zincofer XT Tablet works best when taken on an empty stomach without food. However, if stomach upset occurs, then take it with food. Do not lie down for a minimum of ten minutes after consuming this drug.

Can Zincofer XT Tablet be given to a child without asking with the doctor?

Children below 12 years of age should only use this medicine after consulting with a doctor, as the doctor will suggest Zincofer XT Tablet after checking the child's age or weight of a child.

Does Zincofer XT Tablet cause constipation?

Zincofer XT Tablet can cause constipation, but not everyone gets it. Eating more high-fibre foods such as vegetables, fresh fruit, and cereals, as well as drinking plenty of water, can help alleviate symptoms.

Is it safe to take Zincofer XT Tablet during pregnancy?

It is suggested to consult with your doctor before taking the Zincofer XT Tablet in pregnancy.

Can I consume tea or any other dairy product within one hour of taking Zincofer XT Tablet ?

A person should avoid any dairy products, tea, or coffee within 2 hours before and after taking medication to reduce the medication's effectiveness.

Is there certain foods that needs to be avoided while taking Zincofer XT Tablet ?

Some foods can affect the absorption of Zincofer XT Tablet , including tea, coffee, milk, dairy products, eggs, and soybean products, so avoid taking these foods within or after 2 hours of taking this medicine.

What food is rich in folic acid and iron?

Foods rich in folic acid and iron include leafy greens like spinach and kale, liver, legumes such as lentils and beans, fortified cereals, tofu, nuts, and seeds, whole grains like quinoa and brown rice, and eggs. These foods provide a good combination of both nutrients, supporting overall health.

How to use Zincofer XT Tablet ?

Zincofer XT Tablet should be used, as advised by your doctor. It should be taken once daily with plenty of water on an empty stomach. If you experience stomach discomfort, take it with food. Avoid lying down for at least ten minutes after taking Zincofer XT Tablet .

What if I miss a dose of Zincofer XT Tablet ?

If you miss a dose of Zincofer XT Tablet , then take it as soon as you remember and if it is the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose. Avoid taking double dose to make up for the missed one.

Can antacids be taken along with Zincofer XT Tablet ?

You are not recommended to take antacids with Zincofer XT Tablet , as they can affect the absorption of iron, reducing the supplement's effectiveness. For effective results, it is best to take Zincofer XT Tablet either 2 hours before taking an antacid. Therefore, do not use Zincofer XT Tablet with antacids unless advised by a doctor.

What if Zincofer XT Tablet causes gastrointestinal side effects?

If Zincofer XT Tablet causes gastrointestinal side effects like vomiting, nausea, or constipation, try taking it with food, drinking plenty of water, or using a stool softener (with your doctor's approval). Your doctor may also adjust the dosage or suggest an alternative form of iron. Always consult your doctor before using Zincofer XT Tablet .

How long should I continue taking Zincofer XT Tablet ?

You are recommended to continue taking Zincofer XT Tablet for as long as your doctor advises it for effective results. If your symptoms continue or worsen, seek further advice from your doctor.

What are the side effects of Zincofer XT Tablet ?

Zincofer XT Tablet causes side effects such as constipation, diarrhoea, and stomach upset. These do not require any medical treatment as they will gradually reduce over time. Consult a doctor if persists for longer durations.

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Zincofer XT Tablet is used to prevent and treat the low levels of folic acid, zinc, and iron in blood during certain health conditions (e.g., anaemia, pregnancy, low diet, surgery recovery). It helps the body make more red blood cells which carry out more oxygenated blood to other tissues of the body. Also, it strengthens body's immune (defence) system and helps in cell growth, division, breakdown of carbohydrates, wound healing, and proper metabolism of iron. It may cause common side effects such as diarrhoea, constipation, and upset stomach. 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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About Zincofer XT Tablet

Zincofer XT Tablet is a combination medication that belongs to the class of drugs called 'hematinic', primarily used to prevent and treat the low levels of folic acid, zinc, and iron in blood during certain health conditions (e.g., anaemia, pregnancy, low diet, surgery recovery). Anaemia is a health condition that happens when the body has a lower amount of red blood cells or haemoglobin than normal haemoglobin (an iron-rich protein responsible for allowing red blood cells to carry more oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body). During pregnancy, the body needs more zinc, iron, ad folic acid, and a lack of these components leads to anaemia in either the mother or baby.

Zincofer XT Tablet contains Iron, Zinc, and Folic acid. These three are essential substances required by the body to make more blood cells. Iron is a necessary mineral in the body needed by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Combined with haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Zinc is needed by the body's immune (defence) system to carry out its functions. It helps in cell growth, division, breakdown of carbohydrates, wound healing, and proper metabolism of iron. Folic acid is a vitamin B that helps the body make more red blood cells and helps the red blood cells carry out more oxygenated blood to other tissues of the body.

Zincofer XT Tablet comes in the formulation of tablets that need to be taken at the same time of day or as suggested by the doctor. The most common side effects of Zincofer XT Tablet are diarrhoea, constipation, and upset stomach. These undesirable effects are temporary and will disappear as the body adjusts to the medicine. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you have or ever had stomach/intestinal problems (e.g., ulcers, colitis), use/abuse of alcohol, or vitamin B12 deficiency (pernicious anaemia), please inform your doctor before taking Zincofer XT Tablet to avoid any complications. Also, mention all the other medications you are taking to affect the way Zincofer XT Tablet works. During pregnancy, Zincofer XT Tablet should only be used if advised by the doctor.

Uses of Zincofer XT Tablet

Treatment of Anaemia

Directions for Use

• Recommended to take Zincofer XT Tablet on an empty stomach to enhance its absorption or as advised by your doctor.• Recommended to take the medicine once daily or as advised by your doctor.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Zincofer XT Tablet works like a supplement that provides the body with more iron, zinc, and folic acid in certain health conditions (e.g., poor diet, anaemia, pregnancy, surgery recovery). Zincofer XT Tablet contains Iron, Zinc, and Folic acid. These three are important substances required by the body to make more blood cells. In pregnancy, the body needs more iron, zinc, and folic acid in the blood. Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Combined with haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Zinc is needed by the body's immune (defence) system to carry out its functions. It helps in cell growth, division, breakdown of carbohydrates, wound healing, and proper metabolism of iron. Folic acid is a vitamin B that helps the body make more red blood cells and helps the red blood cells carry out more oxygenated blood to other tissues of the body.

How Zincofer XT Tablet Works

Zincofer XT Tablet contains Iron, Zinc, and Folic acid. These three are essential substances required by the body to make more blood cells. Iron is a necessary mineral in the body needed by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Combined with haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Zinc is needed by the body's immune (defence) system to carry out its functions. It helps in cell growth, division, breakdown of carbohydrates, wound healing, and proper metabolism of iron. Folic acid is a vitamin B that helps the body make more red blood cells and helps the red blood cells carry out more oxygenated blood to other tissues of the body.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Zincofer XT Tablet

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

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor before taking Zincofer XT Tablet if you have or had an allergic reaction to any components present in this medicine, have a different type of anaemia, has any condition that affects your red blood cells, like sickle cell anaemia, have a stomach ulcer or notice blood in your pee. It is usually safe to consume Zincofer XT Tablet by pregnant or breastfeeding women; however, one should consult with their doctor before taking Zincofer XT Tablet . Zincofer XT Tablet should only be given to children below 12 years if the doctor clearly specifies it. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. It is advised to avoid consuming any antacids, or dairy products, like tea or coffee, as it may affect the action of Zincofer XT Tablet . This medicine may cause black-stained teeth to rinse their mouth with water after taking this drug.

Drug-Drug Interactions

Folic acidFluorouracil

Severe

Folic acidSulfadiazine

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidFluorouracil

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Zincofer XT Tablet and Fluorouracil may increase the effects of Fluorouracil and increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anaemia (lack of blood), infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Zincofer XT Tablet and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience diarrhoea, paleness of skin, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body pains, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling in your hands and feet, contact your doctor.

Folic acidSulfadiazine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Zincofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Zincofer XT Tablet and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.

Folic acidColestyramine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Zincofer XT Tablet and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Zincofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Zincofer XT Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience Constipation, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Nausea, or Loss of appetite, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Folic acidCapecitabine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Co-administration of Zincofer XT Tablet with Capecitabine may increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anemia, infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Zincofer XT Tablet and Capecitabine, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, diarrhea, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Folic acidTrimethoprim

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Zincofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Zincofer XT Tablet and Trimethoprim, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.

Folic acidCarbamazepine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Zincofer XT Tablet and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Zincofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Zincofer XT Tablet and Carbamazepine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if your condition changes or you experience loss of seizure control, contact your doctor.

Zinc sulfateDolutegravir

Severe

How does the drug interact with Zincofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of dolutegravir with Zincofer XT Tablet can reduce the efficacy of dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Zincofer XT Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take dolutegravir either two hours before or six hours after taking a dose of Zincofer XT Tablet. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
Using essential oils for massages can help increase circulation.
Stick to eating simple meals and avoid spicy foods to avoid sick, stomach discomfort, or heartburn.
Include healthy fats in your diet that give you enough energy to be active during the day; however, try to limit fats that make you fat. Take Olive oil, Peanut oil, and Corn oil into your diet.
Eat foods high in vitamin B12, iron, and folic acid can fulfil anaemia disease deficiencies.
Eat foods high in fibre, vegetables, fresh fruit, and cereals, and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.

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