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Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops

Manufactured byEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsFerrous Ascorbate
Description
Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops is a nutritional supplement used for the treatment and prevention of iron deficiency anaemia (a condition in which there is insufficient iron in the body that may affect the production of healthy red blood cells). It is also be used to treat anaemia associated with chronic kidney failure. Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops may cause some side effects like nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, etc. These side effects usually subside with time. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops may be taken with or without food as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Take it for the recommended duration for best results. Inform your doctor about your current medications and pre-existing medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to avoid side effects. Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops should be used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops

  • Metallic taste
  • Black or tarry stools
  • Constipation
  • Heart burn
  • Nausea and vomiting

Uses of Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Iron Deficiency Anemia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops to show its action is clinically unknown.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops remains effective in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.

Allergy

Avoid taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Iron overload

Avoid taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops, if you have iron overload conditions such as hemochromatosis (a condition of excess iron build-up in the body) as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.

Breast-feeding

If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.
General warnings

Accidental overdose

Accidental ingestion of Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops may lead to fatal iron poisoning, especially in children. Hence all iron preparations must be kept away from the reach of children. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of a suspected overdose of this medicine.

Gastrointestinal disorders

Avoid taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops if you recently had gastrointestinal surgery, as it may reduce the absorption of Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Use in elderly population

Elderly people may have a reduced capacity to absorb Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops through the intestine. Hence, appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the condition.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops.
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

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Antacids

Antibiotics

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops with or without food. Avoid consuming more or less than the prescribed dose. Take it for the recommended duration for better results. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesired effects that remain for a long time or become severe. Avoid consuming alcohol while you are taking Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops, as it may decrease the effect of this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Orofer-XT 10 mg Drops helps in the production of red blood cells in the body, thus helping prevent or treat anaemia.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Iron products

Schedule

OTC

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022. Iron-ascorbate. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 27 June 2022].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/54695720>
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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jul 2022

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