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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
Daxiron-XT Tablet is used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). It contains Ferrous ascorbate and Folic acid, which works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen. In some cases, it may cause side effects such as vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. 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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Manufacturer/Marketer

Daxin Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

About Daxiron-XT Tablet

Daxiron-XT Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that 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.

Daxiron-XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Daxiron-XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Daxiron-XT Tablet as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Daxiron-XT Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Daxiron-XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Daxiron-XT Tablet . Daxiron-XT Tablet should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet .

Uses of Daxiron-XT Tablet

Treatment of anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

Daxiron-XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Daxiron-XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor, and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Daxiron-XT Tablet

  • Vomiting

  • Nausea

  • Stomach upset

  • Dark coloured stool

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Daxiron-XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Daxiron-XT Tablet . Daxiron-XT Tablet should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Daxiron-XT Tablet may have interaction with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, cotrimoxazole, trimethoprim), antimanic drug (lithium), water tablet (triamterene), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), painkillers (aspirin), anticancer drug (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of dairy products, coffee or tea with Daxiron-XT Tablet at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Daxiron-XT Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • LITHIUM
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.

  • Limit junk food items the from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.

  • Increase the intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, and citrus fruits.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Special Advise

Avoid taking Daxiron-XT Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Daxiron-XT Tablet and avoid drug interaction. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anemia 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.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Daxiron-XT Tablet as it may decrease the absorption of Daxiron-XT Tablet . Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Daxiron-XT Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Daxiron-XT Tablet may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Daxiron-XT Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Daxiron-XT Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Daxiron-XT Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Daxiron-XT Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Daxiron-XT Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Daxiron-XT Tablet should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Office No. 204, 205, 206, 2nd Floor, Apra Plaza 1, Plot No. 21, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110075
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FAQs

Daxiron-XT Tablet is used for the treatment of anaemia.
You are not recommended to take Daxiron-XT Tablet with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Daxiron-XT Tablet . However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Daxiron-XT Tablet .
You are not recommended to take Daxiron-XT Tablet with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Daxiron-XT Tablet in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet with phenytoin.
Daxiron-XT Tablet is not recommended for hemochromatosis (excessive iron in the body) patients as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any iron overload conditions before taking Daxiron-XT Tablet .
Daxiron-XT Tablet is essential to take during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of iron and folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects in babies. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Daxiron-XT Tablet .
Daxiron-XT Tablet contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Daxiron-XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

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