Does Fertovit Capsule cause bloating?

Fertovit Capsule may cause bloating as a mild and temporary side effect. You are advised to eat and drink slowly, eat smaller and more frequent meals, and exercise regularly to avoid bloating. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Can I take Fertovit Capsule with phenytoin (antiepileptic agent)?

You are not recommended to take Fertovit Capsule with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the levels of Fertovit Capsule in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, if you are supposed to use these medicines together, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately to use safely.

Is Fertovit Capsule safe for dialysis patients?

Fertovit Capsule should be used with caution and in doses as advised by a doctor in dialysis patients or end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. However, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are undergoing dialysis before taking Fertovit Capsule .

Why is Fertovit Capsule recommended during pregnancy?

Fertovit Capsule is recommended during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects such as spina bifida (abnormality of the spine) in babies, usually caused due to folic acid deficiency. Fertovit Capsule helps in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Fertovit Capsule .

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Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Aug 20, 2024 | 12:55 PM IST

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

PHENOBARBITAL
PRIMIDONE
PHENYTOIN
TRIMETHOPRIM
CHOLESTYRAMINE
SULFASALAZINE
FLUOROURACIL

Drug-Drug Interactions

Folic acidTrimethoprim

Severe

Folic acidColestyramine

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

Folic acidTrimethoprim

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Fertovit Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fertovit Capsule and Trimethoprim, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting your doctor.

Folic acidColestyramine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Coadministration of Fertovit Capsule and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Fertovit Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Fertovit Capsule together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience Constipation, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Nausea, or Loss of appetite, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Folic acidCarbamazepine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Coadministration of Fertovit Capsule and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Fertovit Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fertovit Capsule and Carbamazepine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if your condition changes or you experience loss of seizure control, contact your doctor.

Folic acidFluorouracil

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Coadministration of Fertovit Capsule and Fluorouracil may increase the effects of Fluorouracil and increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anaemia (lack of blood), infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fertovit Capsule and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience diarrhoea, paleness of skin, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body pains, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling in your hands and feet, contact your doctor.

Folic acidCapecitabine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Co-administration of Fertovit Capsule with Capecitabine may increase the risk of serious side effects such as bleeding problems, anemia, infections, and nerve damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fertovit Capsule and Capecitabine, you can use these medicines together if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience paleness of skin, diarrhea, severe nausea and vomiting, over-tiredness, dizziness, fainting, blood in the stools, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, body aches, flu-like symptoms, skin reactions, mouth ulcers or sores, and/or numbness, burning or tingling sensation in the hands and feet, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Folic acidSulfadiazine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Fertovit Capsule:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Fertovit Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Fertovit Capsule and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Drug-Diseases Interactions

No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fertovit Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Fertovit Capsule if you have cancer. Fertovit Capsule should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Fertovit Capsule . If you have pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12), a tumour or if you are receiving a stent in the heart or undergoing haemodialysis due to kidney failure, inform your doctor before taking Fertovit Capsule . You are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 2 hours between taking Fertovit Capsule and indigestion remedies such as antacids containing magnesium or aluminium and edible clay. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any sugars as Fertovit Capsule contains lactose.

Side Effects of Fertovit Capsule

Nausea
Loss of appetite
Black stool
Bloating
Flatulence (gas)
Constipation
Bitter or unpleasant taste in your mouth
Feeling excited or irritable

Directions for Use

Take Fertovit Capsule with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

The Fertovit Capsule contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that increases red blood cells (RBC) production in the body that carries oxygen around the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary for pregnancy as it plays a role in developing the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby. Additionally, Fertovit Capsule may be used to decrease the adverse effects of methotrexate (a drug used to treat severe arthritis, psoriasis, or Crohn’s disease).

Uses of Fertovit Capsule

Anemia

About Fertovit Capsule

Fertovit Capsule belongs to a class of medications called 'vitamins' used to treat or prevent anaemia (lack of blood) caused due to deficiency of folic acid, anaemia in pregnancy, anaemia due to damaged red blood cells, anaemia in kidney dialysis patients and anaemia that occurs as a side effect of certain medicines. Fertovit Capsule may be used in women before and during pregnancy to prevent spina bifida (abnormality of the spine) in babies. Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells to carry the adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

The Fertovit Capsule contains Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9) that increases healthy red blood cell (RBC) production in the body that carries oxygen throughout the body. As a result, an adequate amount of haemoglobin (Hb) is produced in the body so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Fertovit Capsule as recommended by your doctor. You may experience nausea, black stool, constipation, loss of appetite, bloating or flatulence (gas) in some cases. Most of these side effects of Fertovit 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 Fertovit Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Fertovit Capsule . Fertovit 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 Fertovit 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 Fertovit Capsule .

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