FERROTRAN 400mg Tablet 10x20s

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Avoid alcohol intake during treatment with this medicine due to the risk of side effects such as fast heartbeats, tingly feeling, warmth or redness under your skin, nausea, vomiting, etc.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to FERROTRAN 400mg Tablet 10x20s , or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

• Porphyria

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of porphyria (a disorder that results from the accumulation of porphyrins in the body) due to an increase in the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

• Severe liver/kidney damage

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver or kidney impairment since it may worsen the patient's condition.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Other medicines

  This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

• Liver impairment

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver impairment due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

• Drug-resistance

  Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug-resistant.

• Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea

  Discontinue the use of this medicine as per the doctor's instructions if severe diarrhea occurs after receiving this medicine. This medicine may cause an imbalance in the microbial flora of the large intestine, decreasing the gut-friendly bacteria and promoting the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile, resulting in severe diarrhea.

• Folate deficiency

  Use of this medicine may cause folate deficiency in some patients and hence it is advised to take folic acid supplements along with this medicine. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

• G6PD deficiency

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with G6PD deficiency due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

• Use in children

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pediatric patients younger than 2 months of age.

• Crystalluria

  Use of this medicine may cause crystalluria due to the precipitation of this medicine in the urinary tract. This risk is especially higher in patients suffering from dehydration. Patients are advised to drink an adequate amount of water during treatment with this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Hypersensitivity reactions

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients with severe allergies, bronchial asthma, or AIDS due to the increased risk of severe hypersensitivity reactions. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Hyperkalaemia

  This medicine may increase the blood potassium levels in some patients. Close monitoring of blood potassium levels is recommended while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases.

Administer this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Complete the course of treatment to prevent the spread of the infection. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

• To be taken with food
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• May cause sleepiness

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