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About Richar CR 100 Tablet

Richar CR 100 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin). Its deficiency 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 to carry adequate oxygen required to various body tissues. 

Richar CR 100 Tablet is a combination drug containing Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anaemia. Richar CR 100 Tablet works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) 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 Richar CR 100 Tablet as directed by your doctor. You may experience constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea in some cases. Most of these side effects of Richar CR 100 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Richar CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic to Richar CR 100 Tablet , iron, folic acid or any of the ingredients of Richar CR 100 Tablet . Do not start taking any new medication without telling your doctor. Richar CR 100 Tablet is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Richar CR 100 Tablet . Richar CR 100 Tablet is given to a child under 12 years of age should be given under strict medical supervision. 

Uses of Richar CR 100 Tablet

Iron deficiency (anaemia)

Medicinal Benefits

Richar CR 100 Tablet is a combination drug containing or 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of red blood cells and haemoglobin). It acts as a supplement in pregnancy as, during pregnancy, the demand for iron and folic acid in the body is increased. It also helps the body produce and maintain new cells and prevents our DNA from mutating, leading to cancer. Richar CR 100 Tablet contains 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 Richar CR 100 Tablet is associated with a reduced risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, especially in pregnant women. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Richar CR 100 Tablet

  • Bloating
  • Loss Of Appetite
  • Dry Mouth
  • Diarrhea
  • Skin rashes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Richar CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic to Richar CR 100 Tablet , iron, folic acid, or any of the ingredients of Richar CR 100 Tablet . Tell your doctor about all the medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Richar CR 100 Tablet  is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. Also, if giving Richar CR 100 Tablet  to a child, a child specialist's dose will be decided as an overdose of Richar CR 100 Tablet in children can lead to deadly poisoning. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Richar CR 100 Tablet . 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Richar CR 100 Tablet may interact with medicines used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (penicillamine, sulfasalazine), blood cholesterol (cholestyramine), Parkinson's disease (levodopa, carbidopa), thyroid disease (thyroxine), bone disease (bisphosphonates), certain cancers (aminopterin, methotrexate), malaria (pyrimethamine), Wilson's disease (trientine), antibiotics (cotrimoxazole, chloramphenicol, tetracyclines).

Drug-Food Interaction: Richar CR 100 Tablet should not be taken along with alcohol, dairy products, and eggs as it might affect Richar CR 100 Tablet absorption in the body.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), anaemia, folate tumour.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PENICILLAMINE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • CARBIDOPA
  • THYROXINE
  • METHOTREXATE
  • PYRIMETHAMINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • AMINOPTERIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit the consumption of alcohol, junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase intake of fruits in your diet, especially fruits which a rich in iron like pomegranate, citrus fruits.
  • Richar CR 100 Tablet can cause dry mouth, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

Special Advise

  • Avoid taking Richar CR 100 Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, alcohol, and eggs.
  • Constantly monitor your blood iron or hemoglobin level.

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 disorder.

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 anemia.

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About Richar CR 100 Tablet

Richar CR 100 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of iron and haemoglobin). Its deficiency 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 to carry adequate oxygen required to various body tissues. 

Richar CR 100 Tablet is a combination drug containing Iron and Folic acid (haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anaemia. Richar CR 100 Tablet works by boosting the production of red blood cells (RBC) 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 Richar CR 100 Tablet as directed by your doctor. You may experience constipation, dry mouth, loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhoea in some cases. Most of these side effects of Richar CR 100 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Richar CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic to Richar CR 100 Tablet , iron, folic acid or any of the ingredients of Richar CR 100 Tablet . Do not start taking any new medication without telling your doctor. Richar CR 100 Tablet is generally given at least 4 weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Richar CR 100 Tablet . Richar CR 100 Tablet is given to a child under 12 years of age should be given under strict medical supervision. 

Richar CR 100 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Richar CR 100 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
Richar CR 100 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TabletS
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Composition :

FOLIC ACID-1.5MG + IRON-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA.
Other Info - RIC0148

FAQs

Richar CR 100 Tablet contains Iron and Folic acid (Haematinics combination) primarily used to treat anemia. Richar CR 100 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. Richar CR 100 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 Richar CR 100 Tablet along with tea, coffee, or milk, and even eggs as the body might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Richar CR 100 Tablet .

Richar CR 100 Tablet is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken 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 level of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as 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.

Daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation with 30-60 mg of elemental iron and 400 µg (0.4 mg) folic acid is recommended for pregnant women to prevent puerperal sepsis, maternal anaemia, low birth weight, and preterm birth.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Richar CR 100 Tablet to avoid unpleasant side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Richar CR 100 Tablet  is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Richar CR 100 Tablet is not recommended during breastfeeding as it may affect your baby.

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Driving

Not applicable

Richar CR 100 Tablet does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Richar CR 100 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Children

Caution

Richar CR 100 Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of six years. For children aged six and above, the dose of Richar CR 100 Tablet will be decided by a child specialist, as an overdose of Richar CR 100 Tablet in children can lead to deadly poisoning.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9355.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5788.pdf
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ferrous-fumarate-and-folic-acid.html
  4. https://www.fda.gov/files/about%20fda/published/Folic-Acid-Fortification--Fact-and-Folly.pdf

Uses of Richar CR 100 Tablet

Iron deficiency (anaemia)

Medicinal Benefits

Richar CR 100 Tablet is a combination drug containing or 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (deficiency of red blood cells and haemoglobin). It acts as a supplement in pregnancy as, during pregnancy, the demand for iron and folic acid in the body is increased. It also helps the body produce and maintain new cells and prevents our DNA from mutating, leading to cancer. Richar CR 100 Tablet contains 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 Richar CR 100 Tablet is associated with a reduced risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, especially in pregnant women. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Richar CR 100 Tablet if you are allergic to Richar CR 100 Tablet , iron, folic acid, or any of the ingredients of Richar CR 100 Tablet . Tell your doctor about all the medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Richar CR 100 Tablet  is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy. Also, if giving Richar CR 100 Tablet  to a child, a child specialist's dose will be decided as an overdose of Richar CR 100 Tablet in children can lead to deadly poisoning. If you have got any part of the stomach removed, please inform your doctor before taking Richar CR 100 Tablet . 

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
Folic acidColestyramine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Folic acidTrimethoprim
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Trimethoprim may decrease the blood levels and effects of Richar CR 100 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Richar CR 100 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 acidColestyramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Coadministration of Richar CR 100 Tablet and Cholestyramine may interfere with the absorption of Richar CR 100 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cholestyramine and Richar CR 100 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 acidCapecitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Co-administration of Richar CR 100 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 Richar CR 100 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.
Folic acidCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Coadministration of Richar CR 100 Tablet and Carbamazepine may reduce the blood levels of Richar CR 100 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Richar CR 100 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 acidSulfadiazine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Sulfadiazine may decrease the blood levels and effects of Richar CR 100 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Richar CR 100 Tablet and Sulfadiazine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor.
Folic acidFluorouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Richar CR 100 Tablet:
Coadministration of Richar CR 100 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 Richar CR 100 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PENICILLAMINE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • LEVODOPA
  • CARBIDOPA
  • THYROXINE
  • METHOTREXATE
  • PYRIMETHAMINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • AMINOPTERIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit the consumption of alcohol, junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase intake of fruits in your diet, especially fruits which a rich in iron like pomegranate, citrus fruits.
  • Richar CR 100 Tablet can cause dry mouth, so drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Avoid taking Richar CR 100 Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, alcohol, and eggs.
  • Constantly monitor your blood iron or hemoglobin level.

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 disorder.

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 anemia.

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