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Folic acidColestyramine
Severe
Folic acidCapecitabine
Severe

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Folic acidColestyramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retferro B12 Capsule:
Coadministration of Retferro B12 Capsule and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Retferro B12 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Retferro B12 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 acidCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retferro B12 Capsule:
Co-administration of Retferro B12 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 Retferro B12 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 Retferro B12 Capsule:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Retferro B12 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retferro B12 Capsule and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retferro B12 Capsule:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Retferro B12 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retferro B12 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 acidCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Retferro B12 Capsule:
Coadministration of Retferro B12 Capsule and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Retferro B12 Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Retferro B12 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 Retferro B12 Capsule:
Coadministration of Retferro B12 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 Retferro B12 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.

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Drug Warnings

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any allergic reactions to medicines, heart/kidney/liver/ diseases, iron overload disorders like hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, and intestinal problems (ulcer, colitis) before starting Retferro B12 Capsule . Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking Retferro B12 Capsule . Iron is excreted into the breast milk; hence consult your doctor before taking Retferro B12 Capsule if you are a breastfeeding mother. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while on treatment with Retferro B12 Capsule . Retferro B12 Capsule should be used in children only when suggested by the doctor. 

Side Effects of Retferro B12 Capsule

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Stomach upset

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Oral Liquid/Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the advised dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

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Medicinal Benefits

Retferro B12 Capsule contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral required by the 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, Retferro B12 Capsule treats nutritional deficiencies and anaemia.

Uses of Retferro B12 Capsule

Nutritional deficiencies and Iron deficiency anaemia.

About Retferro B12 Capsule

Retferro B12 Capsule belongs to a class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily 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.

Retferro B12 Capsule contains Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. Elemental 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 in the proper functioning of the brain and nerves and the production of red blood cells.

Your doctor will decide the duration based on your medical condition. In some cases, Retferro B12 Capsule 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 Retferro B12 Capsule . It is essential to seek medical advice before starting Retferro B12 Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, it is advised to avoid/limit alcohol consumption. Retferro B12 Capsule should be given to children only when advised by the doctor.

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