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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:21 PM IST

Pufer Tablet is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies. This combination of medicines helps strengthen bones, muscles, and connective tissues, aids in iron absorption, and formation of red blood cells, and also prevents DNA changes. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, loss of appetite, or flatulence (gas).

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Manufacturer/Marketer

TTK Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Pufer Tablet

Pufer 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 essential in balancing the body's nutritional requirements and thus preventing diseases.

Pufer Tablet is a combination of Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Elemental Iron, Folic acid (Vitamin B9), and Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin). Vitamin C is necessary for bones, muscles, and connective tissues and aids in iron absorption. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral required to form red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Folic acid helps form red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 helps properly function the brain, nerves, and red blood cells.

Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You may experience common side effects in some cases, such as stomach upset, constipation, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, if these symptoms persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Pufer Tablet if you are known to be allergic to Pufer Tablet or its components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting Pufer Tablet . It is essential to seek medical advice before starting Pufer Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pufer Tablet should not be given to children unless recommended by a doctor.

Uses of Pufer Tablet

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies

Medicinal Benefits

Pufer Tablet contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Elemental Iron, Folic acid (Vitamin B9), and Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin). Vitamin C/Ascorbic acid is necessary for bones, muscles, connective tissues and aids in iron absorption. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral. Combined with a protein in the blood called hemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, a water-soluble Vitamin B9 naturally found in food sources. It helps form red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 helps in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and the production of red blood cells. It treats low blood levels of vitamin B12 in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions like pregnancy, thyroid problems, and stomach and intestinal disorders.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Pufer Tablet

  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Pufer Tablet if you are allergic to any components present in it. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting Pufer Tablet . Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Pufer Tablet . Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, seeking medical advice before using Pufer Tablet is advised. Pufer Tablet should be used in children only when recommended by the doctor. Do not store Pufer Tablet above 25°C.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Pufer Tablet may interact with antacids, fits medicines (phenytoin), antibiotics (doxycycline, minocycline, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), medicines to treat bone problems (bisphosphonates like alendronate), antirheumatic drugs (penicillamine), medicines to treat Parkinson's disease (levodopa), and thyroid medicines (levothyroxine).

Drug-Food Interactions: It is advised to limit/avoid alcohol intake while using Pufer Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interactions: Pufer Tablet should be used with caution in heart, liver, or kidney diseases. Please seek medical advice if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • MINOCYCLINE
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • LEVOFLOXACIN
  • ALENDRONATE SODIUM
  • PENICILLAMINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • LEVOTHYROXINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.

  • Include red meat, pork, poultry, and seafood in your diet.

  • Iron sources like kidney beans, black beans, spinach, raisins, apricots, and lentils will help you improve your iron deficiency when taken along with Pufer Tablet .

  • Also, include iron-fortified cereals, bread, and pasta timely in your regular food intake.

  • 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.

  • Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption into the body.

  • You can also try iron gummies if you have sweet cravings.

  • Recent trends, like using cast iron utensils for cooking, can also improve your iron levels.

Special Advise

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

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 lesser 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

It is advised to seek your doctor advice since alcohol intake while using Pufer Tablet may hinder iron absorption.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Pufer 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 Pufer Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown if Pufer Tablet affects breastfeeding or not. Please consult your doctor before taking Pufer Tablet if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Safe

Pufer Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Limited data is available regarding the usage of Pufer Tablet in patients with liver impairment. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Pufer Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Limited data is available regarding the usage of Pufer Tablet in patients with kidney impairment. It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Pufer Tablet if you have kidney diseases.

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Children

Caution

Pufer Tablet should not be given to children unless advised by a doctor. The doctor will recommend the dosage of Pufer Tablet based on the child's age and weight.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

6, Cathedral Road, Chennai - 600 086.
Other Info - PUF0005

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FAQs

Pufer Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies.
Pufer Tablet is a dietary supplement. It contains Vitamin C, Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Vitamin B12. When you lack these vitamins in your body, Pufer Tablet helps in normalising these deficient levels. Collectively, Pufer Tablet treats nutritional deficiencies.
Pufer Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, Pufer Tablet may cause gastrointestinal disturbances like stomach upset when taken without food. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have stomach problems.
Antacids may interfere with the absorption of iron. Hence, taking Pufer Tablet two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.
Folate deficiency occurs when your body lacks adequate folic acid/folate levels. You can overcome this deficiency by including food sources rich in folic acid, like broccoli, brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid. Your doctor may advise supplements if your folic acid levels are still low.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is caused when you don't have enough cobalamin levels in your body. You can include natural Vitamin B12 sources like eggs, beef, liver, chicken, trout, salmon, tuna fish, clams, fortified breakfast cereal, low-fat milk, yoghurt, and cheese in your diet to treat the deficiency. Your doctor may advise supplements if your vitamin B12 levels are still low.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) since it may be hard to absorb vitamins through oral administration. Your doctor may advise other dosage forms in such a case.
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. Do not double the dose.
Long-term use of Pufer Tablet should be done only under the guidance of a healthcare provider. Although it can be effective for correcting nutritional deficiencies, prolonged use may cause unwanted side effects. Always consult your doctor to determine how long Pufer Tablet is safe and appropriate for your health needs.
You should consult your doctor before taking Pufer Tablet or any supplements, especially if you have any underlying health conditions. Taking them without a doctor's guidance may lead to unwanted side effects or interactions with other medications. Always seek professional advice to ensure safe and appropriate use.
Common side effects of Pufer Tablet include stomach upset, constipation, and diarrhoea. These side effects are typically mild and temporary. Taking it with food and drinking plenty of water may help manage these symptoms. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, seek advice from your doctor.

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