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Synergy Pharmaceuticals

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ORAL

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About METAFER XT TABLET

METAFER 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.

METAFER XT TABLET is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). METAFER 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 METAFER 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 METAFER 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 METAFER XT TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using METAFER XT TABLET . METAFER 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 METAFER 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 METAFER XT TABLET .

Uses of METAFER XT TABLET

Anaemia

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.

Medicinal Benefits

METAFER XT TABLET is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). METAFER 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of METAFER XT TABLET

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Dark coloured stool

Drug Warnings

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

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidSulfadiazine
Severe
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe

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Folic acidSulfadiazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Metafer Xt Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metafer Xt Tablet and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Co-administration of Metafer Xt Tablet with Fluorouracil may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metafer Xt Tablet and Fluorouracil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Folic acidColestyramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Coadministration of Metafer Xt Tablet and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Metafer Xt Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Metafer 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 acidTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Metafer Xt Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metafer 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 acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Coadministration of Metafer 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 Metafer 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.
Folic acidCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Coadministration of Metafer Xt Tablet and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Metafer Xt Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Metafer 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 acidCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Metafer Xt Tablet:
Co-administration of Metafer 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 Metafer 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

METAFER XT TABLET contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). METAFER 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 METAFER XT TABLET with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of METAFER XT TABLET . However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking METAFER XT TABLET .

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

METAFER 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 METAFER XT TABLET .

METAFER 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 METAFER XT TABLET .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Special Advise

Avoid taking METAFER XT TABLET along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of METAFER 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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