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About Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) and folic acid deficiency 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.

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (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.

Take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, stomach pain or a change in the colour of the stool. Most of these side effects of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Uses of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

Anaemia and Folic acid deficiency

Medicinal Benefits

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary for pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml on empty stomach usually 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Change in colour of stool

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml may interact 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

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 from the 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol as they may reduce the effectiveness of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anaemia 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.

Folate deficiency: The deficiency of folic acid in the body is known as folate deficiency. It generally occurs when your diet does not have sufficient food that has more folic acid (citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables). Folate deficiency, if left untreated, can lead to anaemia.

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About Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) and folic acid deficiency 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.

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (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.

Take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, stomach pain or a change in the colour of the stool. Most of these side effects of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mondelez House, Unit No. 2001, 20th Floor, Tower-3 (Wing C), Indiabulls Finance Centre, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Pincode – 400013, India,
Other Info - LIV0009

FAQs

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml contains Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (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.
You are not recommended to take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.
You are not recommended to take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml with phenytoin.
Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.
Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml as it may decrease the absorption of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Not applicable

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:08 PM IST

Uses of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

Anaemia and Folic acid deficiency

Medicinal Benefits

Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary for pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Side Effects of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Change in colour of stool

Directions for Use

Take Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml on empty stomach usually 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

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 from the 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 Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol as they may reduce the effectiveness of Livogen Hemo Tonic Syrup 250 ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues. Anaemia 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.

Folate deficiency: The deficiency of folic acid in the body is known as folate deficiency. It generally occurs when your diet does not have sufficient food that has more folic acid (citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables). Folate deficiency, if left untreated, can lead to anaemia.

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