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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
Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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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About Pyrosafe-HB Capsule

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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.

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Pyrosafe-HB Capsule . Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .

Uses of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule

Treatment of anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule

  • Vomiting

  • Nausea

  • Stomach upset

  • Dark coloured stool

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Pyrosafe-HB Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Pyrosafe-HB Capsule . Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .

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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .

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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule as it may decrease the absorption of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule . Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

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

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Driving

Caution

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No 148, First Floor, West Facing, Vedhandha Murugappan Salai Main Road, Chennai -600051, India
Other Info - PYR0201

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FAQs

Pyrosafe-HB Capsule is used for the treatment of anaemia.
You are not recommended to take Pyrosafe-HB Capsule with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule . However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .
You are not recommended to take Pyrosafe-HB Capsule with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Pyrosafe-HB Capsule in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Pyrosafe-HB Capsule with phenytoin.
Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .
Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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 Pyrosafe-HB Capsule .
Pyrosafe-HB Capsule contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Pyrosafe-HB Capsule 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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