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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 30, 2024 | 3:22 PM IST
Tonoferon Syrup is used to treat iron deficiency anaemia and nutritional deficiencies. It helps in the production of red blood cells and the transportation of oxygen to body tissues. It prevents and treats folate deficiency (low blood levels of folate). Also, it helps in proper functioning of the brain and nerves. It may cause side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, and stomach upset. 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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ORAL

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Jan-27

About Tonoferon Syrup

Tonoferon Syrup is 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.

Tonoferon Syrup contains Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. 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 properly function the brain and nerves and produces red blood cells.

Do not take Tonoferon Syrup if you're allergic to any ingredient in it. In some cases, Tonoferon Syrup 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 Tonoferon Syrup . It is essential to seek medical advice before starting to Tonoferon Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to avoid/limit alcohol consumption. Tonoferon Syrup should be given to children only when advised by the doctor.

Uses of Tonoferon Syrup

Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies and Iron deficiency anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

Tonoferon Syrup contains Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. Iron is an essential body mineral required by 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, Tonoferon Syrup treats nutritional deficiencies and anaemia.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tonoferon Syrup

  • Bloating
  • Loss Of Appetite
  • Dry Mouth
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation  
  • Black stool

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tonoferon Syrup if you are allergic to Tonoferon Syrup , iron, folic acid, or any of the ingredients of Tonoferon Syrup . Tell your doctor about all the medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs advised by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Tonoferon Syrup is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. Also, if giving Tonoferon Syrup to a child, a child specialist's dose will be decided as an overdose of Tonoferon Syrup in children can lead to deadly poisoning. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Tonoferon Syrup .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Tonoferon Syrup is known to interact with medicines used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (penicillamine, sulfasalazine), blood cholesterol (cholestyramine), Parkinson's disease (levodopa, carbidopa), thyroid disease (thyroxine), bone disease (bisphosphonates), certain cancers (aminopterin, methotrexate), malaria (pyrimethamine), Wilson's disease (trientine), antibiotics (cotrimoxazole, chloramphenicol, tetracyclines).

Drug-Food Interactions: Tonoferon Syrup should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect Tonoferon Syrup absorption in the body.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Tonoferon Syrup is known to interact if you have or have ever had a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), anaemia, or folate tumour.
 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PENICILLAMINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • METHOTREXATE
  • PYRIMETHAMINE
  • THYROXINE
  • AMINOPTERIN
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • CARBIDOPA
  • LEVODOPA
  • SULFASALAZINE

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 Tonoferon Syrup .

  • 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.

Special Advise

 

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.

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

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Alcohol

Unsafe

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

Tonoferon Syrup is safe if advised by a doctor but always take it in the dose and duration suggested by a doctor. Tonoferon Syrup is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

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

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Driving

Safe

Tonoferon Syrup usually does not interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Tonoferon Syrup . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before recommending Tonoferon Syrup .

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Kidney

Caution

It is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Tonoferon Syrup if you have kidney disease. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before recommending Tonoferon Syrup .

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Children

Caution

Tonoferon Syrup should be used in children only when recommended by a doctor. The doctor will advise the dosage of Tonoferon Syrup based on the child's age and weight.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

6, NANDALAL BOSE SARANI,KOLKATA -700071.
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FAQs

Tonoferon Syrup is used to treat Nutritional deficiencies and Iron deficiency anaemia.
Some foods like whole-grain slices of bread, cereal, eggs, dairy products, coffee, and tea may make Tonoferon Syrup not work well. Thus it is advised to avoid these foods.
Folate and vitamin B12 deficiencies usually happen when a person does not take proper diet and vitamin B12 deficiency happen in the elderly, due to poor absorption. Folate is present in more concentration in leafy green vegetables, legumes and some fruits, so consume such products.
Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein called hemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Factors including pregnancy, blood loss, or low iron in the diet can reduce the iron supply leading to anemia.
Children below 12 years of age, should only use this medicine after consulting with a doctor as the doctor will suggest Tonoferon Syrup after checking the child's age or weight of a child.
Tonoferon Syrup may cause constipation, however, not everyone experiences it. Eating more high fiber foods like vegetables, fresh fruit, and cereals, and drinking plenty of water can help in relieving symptoms.
Some foods can affect the absorption of Tonoferon Syrup that includes tea, coffee, milk dairy products, eggs, and soybean products, so avoid taking these foods within or after 2 hours of taking this medicine.
Tonoferon Syrup is a nutritional supplement that consists of Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. It works by boosting the body's production of red blood cells (RBC). It also helps normalise the low vitamin levels in the body, thus treating nutritional deficiencies and iron deficiency anaemia.
Additional folic acid requirements are required in the pregnancy. Tonoferon Syrup is recommended in pregnant women who want to conceive as folate utilization increases during pregnancy. It is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.
It is recommended not to take Tonoferon Syrup along with tea, coffee, or milk, and even eggs as the boy might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Tonoferon Syrup .
Tonoferon Syrup is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken empty stomach. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have an upset stomach problem.
If you are pregnant, it is necessary to maintain the right level of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as this is from baby's central nervous system develops. So, to avoid any defect, it is necessary to take it for the first three months as the neural tube is formed completely by this time.
Daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation with 30-60 mg of elemental iron and 400 µg (0.4 mg) folic acid is recommended for pregnant women to prevent puerperal sepsis, maternal anaemia, low birth weight, and preterm birth. Consult your doctor for further advice.
Tonoferon Syrup is a nutritional supplement that contains iron, folic acid, and cyanocobalamin.
No, Tonoferon Syrup should not be taken for fertility. But the nutrients in it can support overall health, which is important for fertility.
Tonoferon Syrup is generally safe when taken as advised by your doctor. However, like all medications, it can cause side effects .Therefore it's important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor and report any unusual symptoms or side effects if you experience.
Tonoferon Syrup can be used as an iron supplement by people of all age groups. However, according to age and health condition, dose and frequency may change. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Tonoferon Syrup .
People with folic acid allergies, hemochromatosis, thalassemia, stomach ulcers, vitamin B12 deficiency and other blood diseases should avoid taking Tonoferon Syrup . However, it's always best to consult your doctor before starting Tonoferon Syrup to avoid possible interactions.
No, Tonoferon Syrup is not known to cause sleep. However, you may experience side effects such as stomach upset or nausea which may interfere with sleep.
Yes, you can take Tonoferon Syrup daily if it is advised by your doctor. It's important to follow their instructions regarding the dosage and duration of use. Regular intake can help manage iron deficiency anemia and support overall health with essential nutrients like iron, vitamin B12, and folic acid.
Tonoferon Syrup should be used in children only when recommended by a doctor.
No, Tonoferon Syrup is not specifically used to treat liver disease. It is primarily a nutritional supplement used to treat iron deficiency anemia. If you have liver disease, please consult a doctor for appropriate treatment.
The common side effects of Tonoferon Syrup are nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, dry mouth, and stomach upset. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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