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Zincofer Tablet 10's

Zincofer Tablet 10's

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About Zincofer Tablet

Zincofer Tablet is used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases.

Zincofer Tablet contains Ferrous fumarate, Folic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Zinc sulphate, and Pyridoxine. Ferrous fumarate acts as a source of iron, which helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Folic acid is necessary for various bodily functions, such as nucleotide biosynthesis and remethylation of homocysteine. Cyanocobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells. Pyridoxine helps in regulating essential metabolic functions. Zinc sulphate helps in the growth and development of body tissues. Together, Zincofer Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.

Take Zincofer Tablet as advised by the doctor. In some cases, Zincofer Tablet may cause specific common side effects such as stomach upset, constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Let your doctor know if you are using any other medicines or herbal products before starting Zincofer Tablet . If you are known to be allergic to any of the components in Zincofer Tablet , please inform your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Zincofer Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zincofer Tablet should not be given to children unless advised by a doctor. It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Zincofer Tablet , so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Uses of Zincofer Tablet

Zincofer Tablet is used in the management of nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Zincofer Tablet is a combination of five supplements: Ferrous fumarate, Folic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Zinc sulphate, and Pyridoxine. Zincofer Tablet is used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies. Ferrous fumarate acts as a source of iron, which helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Folic acid is necessary for various bodily functions, such as nucleotide biosynthesis and remethylation of homocysteine. Cyanocobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells. Zinc sulphate helps in the growth and development of body tissues. Pyridoxine helps in regulating essential metabolic functions. Together, Zincofer Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break the tablet.Liquid/Syrup: Take the advised dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack; shake the pack well before use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zincofer Tablet

  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not take Zincofer Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have anaemia, infections, iron overload disorder, low levels of potassium or calcium in the blood, heart disease, diabetes, bleeding disorders, stomach/intestinal problems, abuse of alcohol, or kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zincofer Tablet should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Let your doctor know if you are using any other medicines, or herbal products before starting Zincofer Tablet .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zincofer Tablet may interact with hormone (levothyroxine), antibiotic (chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin, penicillamine), anti-convulsant (phenobarbital, phenytoin), anti-neoplastic (altretamine), anti-Parkinson (levodopa, methyldopa), inorganic compound (arsenic trioxide), bisphosphonate (alendronate).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have malabsorption, hypokalemia (low potassium levels), kidney or liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • LEVOTHYROXINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • METHYLDOPA
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • NORFLOXACIN
  • PENICILLAMINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • ALTRETAMINE
  • ARSENIC TRIOXIDE
  • ALENDRONATE SODIUM

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.
  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.
  • Avoid processed and fried food.

Special Advise

  • Zincofer Tablet may interfere with the faecal occult blood test and vitamin B12 deficiency test. Inform the person doing the test that you are taking Zincofer Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nutritional deficiencies: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals are necessary for body development and the prevention of diseases. Sometimes, your body is unable to absorb many nutrients even if you are consuming them. Nutrient deficiency can lead to many health problems, like a weakened immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.

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Alcohol

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It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Zincofer Tablet , so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

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Please consult your doctor before taking Zincofer Tablet if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will recommend only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

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Consult your doctor before taking Zincofer Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take Zincofer Tablet or not.

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Driving

Caution

It is unknown whether Zincofer Tablet affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

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Limited data is available regarding the usage of Zincofer Tablet in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor before taking Zincofer Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

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Limited data is available regarding the usage of Zincofer Tablet in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor before taking Zincofer Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

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Limited data is available regarding the usage of Zincofer Tablet in children, so please consult a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

III Floor SIDCO Garment Complex, Guindy, Chennai 600 032, India
Other Info - ZIN0012

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FAQs

Zincofer Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called nutritional supplements used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies.
Zincofer Tablet contains Ferrous fumarate, Folic acid, Cyanocobalamin, Zinc sulphate, and Pyridoxine. Ferrous fumarate acts as a source of iron, which helps in the transportation of oxygen throughout the body and the production of red blood cells. Folic acid is necessary for various bodily functions, such as nucleotide biosynthesis and remethylation of homocysteine. Cyanocobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and the production of red blood cells. Pyridoxine helps in regulating essential metabolic functions. Zinc sulphate helps in the growth and development of body tissues. Together, Zincofer Tablet helps in treating nutritional deficiencies.
Zincofer Tablet can be taken with antibiotics if advised by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2 hours between Zincofer Tablet and antibiotic medicines, as taking them together might decrease their effectiveness.
Zincofer Tablet may cause constipation. Eat fibre-rich food and drink plenty of fluids if you experience constipation. Consult your doctor if you have severe constipation.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Zincofer Tablet for as long as your doctor has advised it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Zincofer Tablet .
Zincofer Tablet can be taken with antacids if advised by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 2 hours between Zincofer Tablet and antacid medicines, as taking them together might decrease their effectiveness.

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