Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's

Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's belongs to a class of 'nutritional supplements' primarily used to treat iron deficiency and its associated anaemia. Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells due to low iron levels.

Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's contains Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Ascorbate, and Folic acid. Zinc Sulphate is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. Ferrous Ascorbate is an essential mineral that aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid helps form red blood cells and prevents and treats folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate).

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. In some cases, Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis) before starting Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's. It is essential to seek medical advice before starting Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before using Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's. Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's should be given to children only when advised by the doctor.

Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's contains Zinc Sulphate, Ferrous Ascorbate, and Folic acid. Ferrous Ascorbate is a mineral that the body requires for red blood cells to transport oxygen to other cells and tissues. Ferrous Ascorbate (Iron), in combination with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, aids in the transport of adequate oxygen to various body parts. Folic acid promotes the formation of red blood cells. It prevents and treats anaemia and folate deficiency. Zinc Sulphate is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues.

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Stomach upset

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, heart/kidney/liver/ diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis) before starting Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's. Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's. Iron is excreted into the breast milk; hence, consult your doctor before taking Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's if you are a breastfeeding mother. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before using Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's. Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's should be used for children only when prescribed by the doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's may interact with antacids, antibiotics (e.g. ciprofloxacin, cephalexin, penicillamine), anti-seizure medication (e.g. phenytoin, phenobarbital), anti-cancer drugs (e.g. cisplatin), and HIV/AIDS medicines (e.g. ritonavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect iron absorption.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Mecofer-XT Tablet 15's should be used with caution in heart, liver or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis).

• CIPROFLOXACIN
• CEPHALEXIN
• PENICILLAMINE
• PHENYTOIN
• PHENOBARBITAL
• CISPLATIN
• RITONAVIR

• Try folate-rich food sources like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans, liver (avoid this during pregnancy), and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid.
• Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Cut down on sugar, salt and processed foods.

• Regular monitoring of iron and haemoglobin levels is advised to rule out the possibility of anaemia.

Iron deficiency anaemia: Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition caused due to low iron levels in which the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to various body tissues. If the body has too little iron, it cannot make enough haemoglobin. Haemoglobin is the main protein in the red blood cells, responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body. Symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, light-headedness, dizziness, fast heartbeat, brittle nails, and pale skin.