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Vitcofol Suspension
Manufactured byFDC PVT LTD
ContainsFerrous Fumarate (100 mg/5 ml) + Folic Acid (0.5 mg/5 ml) + Cyanocobalamin (0.005 mg/5 ml)
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Description
Vitcofol Suspension is a combination supplement which may be used for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia, vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, megaloblastic anemia, pernicious anemia, folic acid deficiencies, etc.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Vitcofol Suspension
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Vitcofol Suspension
Dizziness
Constipation
Nausea or Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dark stools
Darker Urine
heart burn
Fever
Itching or rash
Headache
Weakness and general discomfort
Difficulty in breathing
Stomach discomfort and pain
Uses of Vitcofol Suspension
What is it prescribed for?
Iron Deficiency Anemia
This supplement may be used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia by replenishing the lack of iron to the body and enhances the red blood cells which help to carry the oxygen to body tissues.
Pernicious anemia
This supplement may be used in the treatment of pernicious anemia, a decrease in red blood cells due to the impaired absorption of vitamin b12 in the body.
Vitamin B12 dificiency
This supplement may be used in the treatment of vitamin b12 deficiency, characterized by fatigue, numbness, breathlessness, poor balance and memory trouble.
Megaloblastic Anemia
This supplement may be used for the prevention and treatment of a specific form of anemia in which the blood cells fail to mature properly (megaloblastic anemia).
Folic acid deficiency
This supplement may be used to supplement the body with folic acid in deficient conditions. Deficiency is characterized by mouth ulcer, pallor, persistent weakness, and lethargy.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this supplement to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this supplement remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this supplement may increase the risk of severe side effects. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these supplement together.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This supplement is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This supplement is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
Allergy
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to iron and ferrous fumarate, cyanocobalamin, folic acid or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Leber's Disease
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients suffering from Leber's disease, a rare genetic disorder, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Hemolytic anemia
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with hemolytic anemia (a condition of an abnormal breakdown of red blood cells) unless an iron-deficient state is also present.
Hemochromatosis
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with hemochromatosis (a condition of excess iron in the body) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Hemosiderosis
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with hemosiderosis (a condition of excess iron in the body) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This supplement is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
Breast-feeding
This supplement is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
General warnings
Kidney disease
This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney impairment due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Achlorhydria
This supplement may have to be used in higher dosages in patients with achlorhydria, a state of decreased gastric secretions of the stomach to achieve the desired effect. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Gastrointestinal diseases
This supplement should be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal irritation or conditions such as peptic ulcer disease, enteritis, ulcerative colitis, etc. due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Use of antacids
Coadministration of antacids and this supplement may reduce the absorption of this supplement. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
Other uses
Your doctor may prescribe this supplement for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other supplement/medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be administered/taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra supplements to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this supplement may increase the risk of severe side effects. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these supplement together.
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Disease interactions
Kidney Disease
This supplement should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of kidney diseases or active kidney diseases. Appropriate dose adjustments, close monitoring of renal function, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Undiagnosed anemia
Use of this supplement to treat existing anemia should begin only after the cause is established. It should never be used for the treatment of an undiagnosed form of anemia. It may lead to a faulty diagnosis and an increase in certain complications associated with the disease.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take/Administer this supplement with or without food. Do not consume/administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this supplement without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This combination of supplements essential for the production of certain vital components that are necessary for the maintenance of normal body functions.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Iron supplements, Vitamins
Schedule
OTC
Ferrous fumarate - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2018 [cited 16 November 2018]. Available from:
Vitamin B12 - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2018 [cited 16 November 2018]. Available from:
DailyMed - Folic acid tablet [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 30 May 2017]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 15 Nov 2019
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