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Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:18 PM IST
Ferium Chewable Tablet is 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). It contains Iron and Folic acid, which work by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) 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. It may cause side effects such as constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea in some cases. 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 :

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Ferium Chewable Tablet

Ferium Chewable Tablet 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 to carry adequate oxygen required to various body tissues. 

Ferium Chewable Tablet is a combination drug containing Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anaemia. Ferium Chewable Tablet works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) 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. 

Take Ferium Chewable Tablet as directed by your doctor. You may experience constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea in some cases. Most of these side effects of Ferium Chewable 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 Ferium Chewable Tablet if you are allergic to Ferium Chewable Tablet , iron, folic acid or any of the ingredients of Ferium Chewable Tablet . Do not start taking any new medication without telling your doctor. Ferium Chewable Tablet is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Ferium Chewable Tablet . Ferium Chewable Tablet is given to a child under 12 years of age should be given under strict medical supervision. 

Uses of Ferium Chewable Tablet

Treatment of Iron deficiency (anaemia)

Directions for Use

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

Medicinal Benefits

Ferium Chewable Tablet is a combination drug containing or 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of red blood cells and haemoglobin). It acts as a supplement in pregnancy as, during pregnancy, the demand for iron and folic acid in the body is increased. It also helps the body produce and maintain new cells and prevents our DNA from mutating, leading to cancer. Ferium Chewable Tablet contains 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 Ferium Chewable Tablet is associated with a reduced risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, especially in pregnant women. 

Side Effects of Ferium Chewable Tablet

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

 Do not take Ferium Chewable Tablet if you are allergic to Ferium Chewable Tablet , iron, folic acid, or any of the ingredients of Ferium Chewable Tablet . Tell your doctor about all the medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Ferium Chewable Tablet  is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. Also, if giving Ferium Chewable Tablet  to a child, a child specialist's dose will be decided as an overdose of Ferium Chewable Tablet in children can lead to deadly poisoning. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Ferium Chewable Tablet . 

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidSulfadiazine
Severe
Folic acidColestyramine
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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

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

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

  • Ferium Chewable Tablet can cause dry mouth, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Ferium Chewable Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Ferium Chewable Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include vomiting, severe stomach pain, shallow breathing, bloody diarrhea, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, weak and rapid pulse, blue lips, pale skin, and seizures (fits). If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Ferium Chewable Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Ferium Chewable Tablet  is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ferium Chewable Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may affect your baby.

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Driving

Safe

Ferium Chewable Tablet does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Ferium Chewable 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

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Children

Caution

Ferium Chewable Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of six years. For children aged six and above, the dose of Ferium Chewable Tablet will be decided by a child specialist, as an overdose of Ferium Chewable Tablet in children can lead to deadly poisoning.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
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FAQs

Ferium Chewable Tablet is used to treat Iron deficiency (anaemia).
Ferium Chewable Tablet contains Iron and Folic acid (Haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anemia. Ferium Chewable 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. Ferium Chewable 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 Ferium Chewable Tablet along with tea, coffee, or milk, and even eggs as the body might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Ferium Chewable Tablet .
Ferium Chewable Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken 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 level of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as 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.
Daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation with 30-60 mg of elemental iron and 400 µg (0.4 mg) folic acid is recommended for pregnant women to prevent puerperal sepsis, maternal anaemia, low birth weight, and preterm birth.
Folic acid is rich in various foods like broccoli, brussels sprouts, liver, spinach, and asparagus, while iron is found in dark-green leafy vegetables, fortified cereals, nuts, and dried fruit. To maintain a healthy and balanced diet, include all major food groups, especially those containing vitamin c, as it aids iron absorption.
The side effects of Ferium Chewable Tablet are feeling sick, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and constipation. If any of these persist or worsen consult your doctor.
Yes, Ferium Chewable Tablet may interact with medications used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, blood cholesterol, Parkinson's disease, thyroid disease, bone disease, certain cancers, malaria, Wilson's disease, and antibiotics. So please consult your doctor before taking Ferium Chewable Tablet with other medicines.
Folic acid deficiency can lead to health issues like anemia, birth defects, neuropsychiatric symptoms, and oral ulcers. Symptoms of folic acid deficiency include pale skin, decreased appetite, diarrhoea, depression, insomnia, cognitive decline, and psychosis. If you experience any of these symptoms, please consult your doctor.

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