About ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE
ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE belongs to a class of 'multivitamins,' primarily used to treat hypoproteinemia (low levels of protein in the blood) and related conditions during pregnancy, lactation, childhood, post-surgery, recovery, and old age. It may also be used to treat iron deficiency anaemia, iron deficiency due to low iron intake or chronic blood loss, and nutritional anaemia. Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which blood lacks adequate healthy red blood cells, often because of blood loss or pregnancy.
ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE contains alcohol, elemental iron, ferrous ammonium citrate, folic acid, liver fraction, and peptone. Folic acid and liver fraction (contains vitamin B12) aids in the formation and maturation of blood cells. Iron and ferrous ammonium citrate help in the formation of red blood cells. Together, ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE helps treat nutritional deficiencies.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE is generally safe and does not cause any side effects. Sometimes, it may cause side effects such as nausea, headache, diarrhoea, fatigue or weakness, loss of appetite. These side effects of ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
To treat your condition effectually, continue using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to any of its contents. Consult your doctor before using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE to rule out any side effects.
Uses of ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE
Hypoproteinemia (low blood protein levels) and iron deficiency anaemia.
Medicinal Benefits
ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE contains alcohol, elemental iron, ferrous ammonium citrate, folic acid, liver fraction, and peptone. ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE is used to treat hypoproteinemia (low blood protein levels) and related conditions during pregnancy, lactation, childhood, post-surgery, recovery, and old age. It may also be used to treat iron deficiency anaemia, iron deficiency due to low iron intake or chronic blood loss, and nutritional anaemia. Folic acid and a liver fraction (contains vitamin B12) aid in the formation and maturation of blood cells. Iron and ferrous ammonium citrate help in the formation of red blood cells. Together, ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE helps treat nutritional deficiencies.
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Side Effects of ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE
- Nausea
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
To treat your condition effectually, continue using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to any of its contents. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE. Consult your doctor before using the ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE if you are breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE may interact with medicines used to treat TB (aminosalicylic acid), antineoplastic medicines (arsenic trioxide), antimicrobial medicines (chloramphenicol), medicines to treat bone problems (alendronate), medicines used to treat thyroid (levothyroxine), blood pressure-lowering drugs (amlodipine/olmesartan), and antacids (omeprazole, pantoprazole).
Drug-Food Interactions: During treatment, it is not advisable to consume any alcoholic beverages. It may reduce the absorption and increase the elimination of folic acid. Henceforth, please refrain from drinking alcohol while using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE should be used with caution in heart, liver, or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis), hypokalaemia, optic nerve disorder, and malabsorption.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoiding alcohol intake while using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE is advised since alcohol can hinder iron absorption.
Pregnancy
cautionALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
safe if prescribedALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE does not affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery. If you notice any side effects that affect your mental ability while using ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE, please consult your doctor.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
cautionIt is advised to seek doctor advice before starting ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE if you have kidney diseases. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionPlease consult your doctor. The doctor will prescribe the dosage of ALCOHOL+ELEMENTAL IRON+FERROUS AMMONIUM CITRATE+FOLIC ACID+LIVER FRACTION+PEPTONE based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include red meat, pork, poultry, and seafood in your diet.
- Iron sources like kidney beans, black beans, spinach, raisins, apricots, and lentils will help you improve your iron deficiency.
- Also, include iron-fortified cereals, bread, and pasta timely in your regular food intake.
- Try Vitamin B complex food sources like milk, cheese, eggs, liver and kidney, chicken, red meat, tuna, mackerel, and salmon, shellfish, oysters, clams, dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale, beets, avocados, potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
- Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption into the body.
- Recent trends, like using cast iron utensils for cooking, may also help improve your iron levels.
Special Advise
- Regular monitoring of iron and haemoglobin levels is advised to rule out the possibility of anemia.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hypoproteinemia: Hypoproteinemia is a condition in which there are low levels of protein in the blood. Proteins are required for bone, skin, and muscles. Symptoms include dry brittle hair, swelling, infection, fatigue, loss of muscle mass, etc.
Iron deficiency anaemia: Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which blood lacks adequate healthy red blood cells, often because of blood loss or pregnancy. Symptoms include tiredness and lack of energy, shortness of breath, noticeable heartbeats (heart palpitations), and pale skin.
