FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin). Its deficiency 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.
FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is a combination of three drugs, namely; Folic acid, Iron (haematinics combination) and Succinimide primarily used to treat anaemia. 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. Iron is a necessary mineral in the body needed by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein called haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lugs. Succinimide works by promoting good health and muscle development.
Take FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE as advised by your physician. You are advised to take FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE for as long as your physician has recommended it for you, depending upon your medical condition. You may experience constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, diarrhoea in some cases. Most of these side effects of FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your physician.
If you have or ever had stomach/intestinal problems (e.g., ulcers, colitis), use/abuse of alcohol, vitamin B12 deficiency (pernicious anaemia), please inform your physician before taking FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE to avoid any complications. Do not start taking any new medication without telling your physician. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is given to a child under 12 years of age should be given under strict medical supervision.
Iron deficiency (anaemia)
FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE compromises three medicines, namely: Folic acid, Iron and Succinimide. Folic acid and Iron are important substances required by the body to make more blood cells. 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. Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein called haemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Succinimide works by promoting good health and muscle development.
Inform your physician before taking FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE if you have or had an allergic reaction to any components present in this medicine, has a different type of anaemia, has any condition that affects your red blood cells, like sickle cell anaemia, has a stomach ulcer, or noticed blood in your pee. If you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding, inform your physician before taking FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE. FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE should only be given to children below 12 years if the doctor clearly specifies it. It is advised to avoid consuming any antacids, dairy products, like tea, or coffee as it may affect the action of FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE. Tell your physician about all the medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs advised by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Drug-Drug Interaction: FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is known to interact with medicines used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (penicillamine, sulfasalazine), anticonvulsants (phenytoin), blood cholesterol (cholestyramine), Parkinson's disease (levodopa, carbidopa), thyroid disease (thyroxine), bone disease (bisphosphonates), certain cancers (aminopterin, methotrexate), malaria (pyrimethamine), Wilson's disease (trientine), antibiotics (cotrimoxazole, chloramphenicol, tetracyclines).
Drug-Food Interaction: FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE absorption in the body.
Drug-Disease Interaction: FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is known to interact if you have or ever had a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), anaemia, folate tumour.
You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE to avoid unpleasant side-effects.
Please consult your physician before taking FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE if you are pregnant, your physician will suggest you FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE if the benefits outweigh the risks.
FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the physician thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Succinimide in FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy after taking FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE.
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your physician if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your physician if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE can be given safely to children provided; a child specialist has recommended dose. FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE is not recommended for children below the age of 6 years. For children aged 6 and above the dose of FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE will be decided by a child specialist as an overdose of FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE in children can lead to deadly poisoning.
Certain diagnostic tests like Complete blood count (CBC) can help check the count of blood cells. Some foods can affect the absorption of FOLIC ACID+IRON+SUCCINIMIDE, including tea, coffee, milk dairy products, eggs, and soybean products, so avoid taking these foods within or after 2 hours of taking this medicine.
Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anaemia 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 disorder.
Folate deficiency: The deficiency of folic acid in the body is known as folate deficiency. It generally occurs when your diet does not have sufficient food that has more folic acid (citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables). Folate deficiency, if left untreated, can lead to anaemia.