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Corbet XT Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ELEMENTAL IRON-100MG + FOLIC ACID-1.5MG

Uses:

Iron deficiency (anaemia).

Medicinal Benefits:

Corbet XT Tablet is a combination drug containing or 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of red blood cells and haemoglobin). During pregnancy, the demand for iron and folic acid in the body is increased, therefore Corbet XT Tablet acts as a supplement in pregnancy. It also helps the body produce and maintain new cells, prevents the DNA from mutating, leading to cancer. Corbet XT Tablet contains Elemental Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination), which works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin in the body. Thus, the use of Corbet XT Tablet is associated with a reduced risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, especially in pregnant women. 

FAQs

Corbet XT Tablet contains Elemental Iron and Folic acid, primarily used to treat anaemia. Corbet XT Tablet works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) in the body.

Folic acid requirements are usually met from the diet, but additional supplements are required in its deficiency. Corbet XT Tablet is advised to pregnant women who want to conceive as folate utilization is increased in pregnancy. It is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.

It is recommended not to take Corbet XT Tablet along with tea, coffee, milk or eggs as the body might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Corbet XT Tablet .

Corbet XT Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken on an empty stomach. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have an upset stomach problem.

If you are pregnant, it is necessary to maintain the right levels of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as the baby's central nervous system develops. So, to avoid any defect, it is necessary to take it for the first three months as the neural tube is formed completely by this time.