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About Orofer XT Tablet

Orofer XT Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

Orofer XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Orofer XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Orofer XT Tablet as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Orofer XT Tablet . Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet .

Uses of Orofer XT Tablet

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Orofer XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Orofer XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended 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 Orofer XT Tablet

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Dark coloured stool

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Orofer XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Orofer XT Tablet . Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Orofer XT Tablet may have interaction with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, cotrimoxazole, trimethoprim), antimanic drug (lithium), water tablet (triamterene), anti-inflammatory drug (sulfasalazine), painkillers (aspirin), anticancer drug (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of dairy products, coffee or tea with Orofer XT Tablet at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Orofer XT Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interaction: 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 Orofer XT Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • LITHIUM
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit junk food items the from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase the intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, and citrus fruits.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Special Advise

Avoid taking Orofer XT Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Orofer XT Tablet and avoid drug interaction. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements, and it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures. It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorders.

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About Orofer XT Tablet

Orofer XT Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

Orofer XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Orofer XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Orofer XT Tablet as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Orofer XT Tablet . Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet .

Orofer XT Tablet 30's, Pack of 30 TABLETS
Orofer XT Tablet 30's, Pack of 30 TABLETS
Orofer XT Tablet 30's, Pack of 30 TABLETS
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Composition :

FERROUS ASCORBATE-100MG + FOLIC ACID-1.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Other Info - ORO0061

FAQs

Orofer XT Tablet contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Orofer XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

You are not recommended to take Orofer XT Tablet with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Orofer XT Tablet . However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Orofer XT Tablet .

You are not recommended to take Orofer XT Tablet with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Orofer XT Tablet in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Orofer XT Tablet with phenytoin.

Orofer XT Tablet is not recommended for hemochromatosis (excessive iron in the body) patients as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any iron overload conditions before taking Orofer XT Tablet .

Orofer XT Tablet is essential to take during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of iron and folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects in babies. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Orofer XT Tablet .

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Orofer XT Tablet as it may decrease the absorption of Orofer XT Tablet . Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Orofer XT Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Orofer XT Tablet may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Orofer XT Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Orofer XT Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Orofer XT Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Orofer XT Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Orofer XT Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Orofer XT Tablet should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5788.pdf
  2. https://www.ciplamed.com/content/hb-set-tablets#:~:text=Ferrous%20ascorbate%20offers%20iron%20absorption,the%20maintenance%20of%20normal%20erythropoiesis.

Uses of Orofer XT Tablet

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Orofer XT Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Orofer XT Tablet works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended 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

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Orofer XT Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Orofer XT Tablet . Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet .

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
Folic acidColestyramine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Orofer XT Tablet:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Orofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Orofer XT Tablet and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Orofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Orofer XT Tablet 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 acidCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Orofer XT Tablet:
Co-administration of Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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 acidCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Orofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Orofer XT Tablet and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Orofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Orofer XT Tablet 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 acidSulfadiazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Orofer XT Tablet:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Orofer XT Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Orofer XT Tablet and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Orofer XT Tablet:
Coadministration of Orofer XT Tablet 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 Orofer XT Tablet 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • LITHIUM
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit junk food items the from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase the intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, and citrus fruits.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Avoid taking Orofer XT Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Orofer XT Tablet and avoid drug interaction. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements, and it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures. It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorders.

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