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Retferro B12 Capsule is a vitamin supplement which is used to treat nutritional deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia. It is a combination medicine which helps replenish energy, regulates many bodily functions, helps in the formation of red blood cells and restores the iron levels in the body. This medicine may cause common side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Retra Life Science Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Retferro B12 Capsule

Retferro B12 Capsule belongs to a class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to treat iron deficiency anaemia and nutritional deficiencies. Iron deficiency anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells due to low iron levels. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food.

Retferro B12 Capsule contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. Elemental Iron is an essential mineral that aids in producing red blood cells and the transportation of oxygen to body tissues. Folic acid helps in forming red blood cells and prevents and treats folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate). Cyanocobalamin is a form of vitamin B12 that helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells.

Your doctor will decide the duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, Retferro B12 Capsule 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 Retferro B12 Capsule . It is essential to seek medical advice before starting Retferro B12 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to avoid/limit alcohol consumption. Retferro B12 Capsule should be given to children only when advised by the doctor.

Uses of Retferro B12 Capsule

Management and treatment of Nutritional deficiencies and Iron deficiency anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

Retferro B12 Capsule contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral required by the red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts. Folic acid helps in forming red blood cells. It prevents and treats anaemia and folate deficiency. Cyanocobalamin helps in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells. Thereby, Retferro B12 Capsule treats nutritional deficiencies and anaemia.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Oral Liquid/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the advised 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 Retferro B12 Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Stomach upset

Drug Warnings

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 Retferro B12 Capsule . Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Retferro B12 Capsule . Iron is excreted into the breast milk; hence consult your doctor before taking Retferro B12 Capsule if you are a breastfeeding mother. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with Retferro B12 Capsule . Retferro B12 Capsule should be used in children only when suggested by the doctor. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Retferro B12 Capsule may interact with other iron supplements, antacids, antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, gentamicin), fits medicines (phenobarbital, phenytoin), and heartburn medicines (omeprazole, cimetidine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Retferro B12 Capsule should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect iron absorption.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Retferro B12 Capsule should be used with caution in heart, liver or kidney diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • DOXYCYCLINE
  • GENTAMICIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • CIMETIDINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

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

  • Iron sources like kidney beans, black beans, spinach, raisins, apricots, and lentils will help improve your iron deficiency when taken along with Retferro B12 Capsule .

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

  • 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.

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.

Iron deficiency anaemia: It 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 of anaemia include fatigue, shortness of breath, light-headedness, dizziness, fast heartbeat, brittle nails, and pale skin.

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Alcohol

Caution

Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There is limited data on how Retferro B12 Capsule affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before starting Retferro B12 Capsule if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Iron in Retferro B12 Capsule can pass into breast milk when used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Retferro B12 Capsule if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Safe

Retferro B12 Capsule usually does not interfere with your driving ability. However, please consult your doctor if you notice any side effects that affect your mental ability while using Retferro B12 Capsule .

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Retferro B12 Capsule .

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Retferro B12 Capsule if you have kidney diseases.

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Children

Caution

Retferro B12 Capsule should be used in children only when suggested by a doctor. The doctor will advise the dosage of Retferro B12 Capsule based on the child's age and weight.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 38-2/1, Avalahalli, New Timber Yard Layout, Mysore Road, Bangalore - 560026
Other Info - RET0113

FAQs

Retferro B12 Capsule belongs to a class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to treat iron deficiency anaemia and nutritional deficiencies.
Retferro B12 Capsule is a nutritional supplement that consists of Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. It works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body. It also helps normalise the low vitamin levels in the body, thus treating nutritional deficiencies and iron deficiency anaemia.
It is recommended not to take Retferro B12 Capsule along with tea, coffee, milk, and eggs since they might interfere with iron absorption from Retferro B12 Capsule .
Retferro B12 Capsule is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, Retferro B12 Capsule may cause gastrointestinal disturbances like stomach upset or constipation 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 it is advised to take Retferro B12 Capsule two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.
Retferro B12 Capsule may cause constipation as one of its side effects. Eating fibre rich foods like vegetables, fresh fruits, and cereals and drinking plenty of water can help relieve symptoms.

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