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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:35 PM IST

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is a vitamin supplement used to treat nutritional deficiencies, and iron deficiency anaemia. It is a combination medicine which helps replenish energy, regulates many bodily functions, maintains folate levels, helps in the formation of red blood cells and restores the iron levels in the body. This medicine may cause common side effects like constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Nopex Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin). Iron 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 to carry the adequate oxygen required to various body tissues. 

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Elemental Iron and Folic acid. Elemental iron helps with the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Folic acid works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body.  Together, Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet helps treat anaemia.

You are advised to take Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended it for you, depending upon your medical condition. You may experience constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea in some cases. Most of these side effects of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to iron, folic acid or any of the ingredients of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet . Do not start taking any new medication without telling your doctor. Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is generally safe to consume during pregnancy. Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before starting Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet . This supplement should be given to a child under 12 years of age only if advised by the doctor.

Uses of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet

Management and treatment of Iron deficiency (anaemia).

Medicinal Benefits

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is a combination drug containing or 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of red blood cells and haemoglobin). During pregnancy, the demand for iron and folic acid in the body is increased, therefore Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet acts as a supplement in pregnancy. It also helps the body produce and maintain new cells, prevents the DNA from mutating, leading to cancer. Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet contains Elemental Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination), which works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin in the body. Thus, the use of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is associated with a reduced risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, especially in pregnant women. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet

  • Bloating
  • Loss Of Appetite
  • Dry Mouth
  • Diarrhea
  • Skin rashes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet if you are allergic to iron, folic acid or any of the ingredients of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet . Do not start taking any new medication without telling your doctor. Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is generally safe to consume during pregnancy. Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before starting Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet . This supplement should be given to a child under 12 years of age only if advised by the doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet may interact with medicines used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (penicillamine, sulfasalazine), blood cholesterol (cholestyramine), Parkinson's disease (levodopa, carbidopa), thyroid disease (thyroxine), bone disease (bisphosphonates), certain cancers (aminopterin, methotrexate), malaria (pyrimethamine), Wilson's disease (trientine), and antibiotics (cotrimoxazole, chloramphenicol, tetracyclines).

Drug-Food Interaction: Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet absorption in the body.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Use Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet with caution in conditions like stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), anaemia, or folate tumour.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PENICILLAMINE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • CARBIDOPA
  • THYROXINE
  • METHOTREXATE
  • PYRIMETHAMINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • AMINOPTERIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit the consumption of alcohol and junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase your intake of fruits in your diet, especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate and citrus fruits.
  • Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet can cause dry mouth, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

Special Advise

  • Avoid taking Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, alcohol, and eggs.
  • Constantly monitor your blood iron or haemoglobin level.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry 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 disorders.

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 folic acid (citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables). Folate deficiency, if left untreated, can lead to anaemia.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy when advised by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Let your doctor know if you are a nursing mother before starting Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet .

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Driving

Safe

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is not known to affect driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet if you have kidney problems.

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Children

Caution

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet should be given to children only when recommended by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

212,2nd Floor, Bakor Patel Chambers, Opp. Karelibaug Police Station, Vadodara-390001
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FAQs

Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin).
Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet contains Elemental Iron and Folic acid, primarily used to treat anaemia. Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body.
Folic acid requirements are usually met from the diet, but additional supplements are required in its deficiency. Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is advised to pregnant women who want to conceive as folate utilization is increased in pregnancy. It is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.
It is recommended not to take Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet along with tea, coffee, milk or eggs as the body might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet .
Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken on an empty stomach. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have an upset stomach problem.
If you are pregnant, it is necessary to maintain the right levels of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as the baby's central nervous system develops. So, to avoid any defect, it is necessary to take it for the first three months as the neural tube is formed completely by this time.
Foods rich in folic acid and iron are leafy green vegetables like spinach, beans, nuts, peas, seafood, resins, orange, etc.
Ferinop XT 100 mg Tablet may cause side effects such as bloating, diarrhoea, dry mouth, and loss of appetite. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Medicines used to treat indigestion like antacids, medicines used to treat bone problems like bisphosphonates and medicines used to treat bacterial infections like Chloramphenicol should be taken with a minimum gap of two hours. If you are taking medicines like Sulfasalazine (used to treat ulcers), Phenytoin (used to treat epilepsy), and Methotrexate (used to treat cancer), consult your doctor.
In case of folic acid deficiency, it is possible to get anaemia, ulcers in the mouth, diarrhoea and flatulence. In severe cases, it can result in infertility.

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