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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:30 PM IST

Nexafer D3 Tablet is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. It contains Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), Ferrous ascorbate (Iron), and Folic acid. Cholecalciferol is a form of Vitamin D and helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. Cyanocobalamin regulates body functions like cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis. Ferrous ascorbate restores the iron levels in the body, which further aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid is a form of Vitamin B that helps form red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer.

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About Nexafer D3 Tablet

Nexafer D3 Tablet is used to treat nutritional deficiencies. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body cannot absorb or get enough nutrients from food. It could lead to various health problems, including defective bone growth, skin disorders, digestive issues, and dementia (memory loss).

Nexafer D3 Tablet is a combination of Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), Ferrous ascorbate (Iron), and Folic acid. Cholecalciferol is a form of Vitamin D and helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. Cyanocobalamin regulates body functions like cell multiplication, blood formation, and protein synthesis. Ferrous ascorbate restores the iron levels in the body, which further aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid is a form of Vitamin B that helps form red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. 

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Sometimes, Nexafer D3 Tablet may have common side effects like stomach upset, diarrhoea, and nausea. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know if you use any medications, including other vitamins, before starting Nexafer D3 Tablet . Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver, heart or kidney diseases. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol along with this supplement to ensure maximum absorption of nutrients. Nexafer D3 Tablet should be used for children only when the doctor has advised.

Uses of Nexafer D3 Tablet

Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Nexafer D3 Tablet treats nutritional deficiencies and contains Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3), Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), Ferrous ascorbate (Iron), and Folic acid. Cholecalciferol helps maintain blood calcium and phosphorus levels and mineralization of bone. It treats and prevents bone disorders, such as rickets and osteomalacia. Cyanocobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells. Ferrous ascorbate restores the iron levels in the body, which further aids in producing red blood cells and transporting oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid helps form red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. It treats folate deficiency and hyperhomocysteinemia (high blood levels of amino acid and homocysteine).

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nexafer D3 Tablet

  • Stomach upset
  • Diarrhoea 
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any medical history before starting Nexafer D3 Tablet . Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a breastfeeding mother before taking Nexafer D3 Tablet . There is limited data on how Nexafer D3 Tablet affects alcohol intake or your driving ability; hence it is advised to consult your doctor before using this supplement. Nexafer D3 Tablet should not be given to children unless a doctor has recommended it.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Nexafer D3 Tablet may interact with antacids, fits medicines (phenytoin, phenobarbital), and tumour-treating drugs (Fluorouracil).

Drug-Food Interaction: Excessive alcohol consumption reduces absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid. Hence, please avoid alcohol while using Nexafer D3 Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using Nexafer D3 Tablet , let your doctor know if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases or other pre-existing medical conditions.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • FLUOROURACIL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try Vitamin B complex food sources like milk, cheese, eggs, liver and kidney, chicken, red meat, tuna, mackerel, salmon, shellfish, oysters, clams, dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale, beets, avocados, potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
  • 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.
  • Include the best dietary sources of vitamin D, such as fish liver oils and vitamin D–fortified milk.
  • Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
  • Sprinkle sesame and sunflower seeds over your food, vegetables and salads. 
  • Include fruits like citrus, banana, and watermelon in your diet.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Avoid excess fatty foods.

Special Advise

Cyanocobalamin may interfere with laboratory tests for intrinsic factors and blood tests for certain types of anaemia, causing false results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is less than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.

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Alcohol

Caution

Excessive alcohol consumption reduces absorption and increases the elimination of folic acid. Hence, please avoid alcohol while using Nexafer D3 Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Nexafer D3 Tablet should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking Nexafer D3 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited information on how Nexafer D3 Tablet affects breastfed infants. If you are a breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before taking Nexafer D3 Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Nexafer D3 Tablet usually does not interfere with your driving abilities. However, please drive and operate machinery only when you are mentally alert and focused.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Nexafer D3 Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Nexafer D3 Tablet if you have kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor before giving Nexafer D3 Tablet to children. Your doctor will decide if Nexafer D3 Tablet can be given to your child.

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FAQs

Nexafer D3 Tablet belongs to the 'nutritional supplements' class, primarily used to treat nutritional deficiencies.
Nexafer D3 Tablet is a dietary supplement that treats nutritional deficiencies. It works by replenishing the poor levels of vitamins and minerals in the body. It also reduces inflammation and protects the body against various diseases.
Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product concomitantly unless advised by the doctor. Taking similar nutritional supplements simultaneously can lead to a vitamin overdose or other side effects.
Antacids may interfere with the absorption of Nexafer D3 Tablet . Hence, taking Nexafer D3 Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.

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