VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12
About
VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 belongs to the group of medicines called 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to treat and prevent nutritional deficiencies. A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. Vitamins and minerals play an essential role in balancing the body's nutritional requirements and thus preventing diseases.
VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 is a combination of Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Elemental Iron, Folic acid (Vitamin B9), and Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin). Vitamin C is necessary for bones, muscles, connective tissues and aids in the absorption of iron. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral required for the formation of red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. Folic acid helps in the formation of red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 helps properly function the brain, nerves, and red blood cells.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You may experience common side effects in some cases, such as stomach upset, constipation, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, if these symptoms persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Do not take VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 if you are known to be allergic to VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 or its components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12. It is essential to seek medical advice before starting VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 should not be given to children unless recommended by a doctor.
Uses of VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12
Medicinal Benefits
VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid), Elemental Iron, Folic acid (Vitamin B9), and Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin). Vitamin C/Ascorbic acid is necessary for bones, muscles, connective tissues and aids in iron absorption. Elemental Iron is an essential body mineral. By combining with a protein in the blood called hemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate, a water-soluble Vitamin B9 naturally found in food sources. It helps in the formation of red blood cells and prevents DNA changes that may lead to cancer. Vitamin B12 helps in the proper functioning of the brain, nerves, and the production of red blood cells. It treats low blood levels of vitamin B12 in people with pernicious anemia and other conditions like pregnancy, thyroid problems, stomach, and intestinal disorders.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12
- Stomach upset
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 if you are allergic to any components present in it. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12. Drinking alcohol may affect iron absorption; therefore, seeking medical advice before using VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 is advised. VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 should be used in children only when recommended by the doctor. Do not store VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 above 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 may interact with antacids, fits medicines (phenytoin), antibiotics (doxycycline, minocycline, ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), medicines to treat bone problems (bisphosphonates like alendronate), antirheumatic drugs (penicillamine), medicines to treat Parkinson's disease (levodopa), and thyroid medicines (levothyroxine).
Drug-Food Interactions: It is advised to limit/avoid alcohol intake while using VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12.
Drug-Disease Interactions: VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 should be used with caution in heart, liver, or kidney diseases. Please seek medical advice if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is advised to seek your doctor advice since alcohol intake while using VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 may hinder iron absorption.
Pregnancy
cautionVITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 should be used during pregnancy only when advised by your doctor. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before taking VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown if VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 affects breastfeeding or not. Please consult your doctor before taking VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
not applicableVITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 does not usually affect your ability to drive or operate any machinery.
Liver
cautionLimited data is available regarding the usage of VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 in patients with liver impairment. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12.
Kidney
cautionLimited data is available regarding the usage of VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 in patients with kidney impairment. It is advised to seek doctor advice before starting VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 if you have kidney diseases.
Children
cautionVITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 should not be given to children unless advised by a doctor. The doctor will recommend the dosage of VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Follow a well-balanced diet.
- Include red meat, pork, poultry, and seafood in your diet.
- Iron sources like kidney beans, black beans, spinach, raisins, apricots, and lentils will help you improve your iron deficiency when taken along with VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12.
- Also, include iron-fortified cereals, bread, and pasta timely in your regular food intake.
- Try Vitamin B complex food sources like milk, cheese, eggs, liver and kidney, chicken, red meat, tuna, mackerel, and salmon, shellfish, oysters, clams, dark green vegetables, such as spinach and kale, beets, avocados, potatoes, whole grains, cereals, kidney beans, black beans, and chickpea.
- Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption into the body.
- You can also try iron gummies if you have sweet cravings.
- Recent trends, like using cast iron utensils for cooking, can also improve your iron levels.
Special Advise
Regular monitoring of iron and haemoglobin levels is advised to rule out the possibility of anaemia.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is lesser than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 is a dietary supplement. It contains Vitamin C, Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Vitamin B12. When you lack these vitamins in your body, VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 helps in normalising these deficient levels. Collectively, VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 treats nutritional deficiencies.
VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 may cause gastrointestinal disturbances like stomach upset when taken without food. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have stomach problems.
Antacids may interfere with the absorption of iron. Hence, taking VITAMIN C+ELEMENTAL IRON+FOLIC ACID+VITAMIN B12 two hours before or four hours after taking antacids is advised.
Folate deficiency occurs when your body lacks adequate folic acid/folate levels. You can overcome this deficiency by including food sources rich in folic acid, like broccoli, brussels sprouts, leafy green vegetables, cabbage, kale, spring greens, spinach, peas, chickpeas, kidney beans and breakfast cereals fortified with folic acid. Your doctor may advise supplements if your folic acid levels are still low.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is caused when you don't have enough cobalamin levels in your body. You can include natural Vitamin B12 sources like eggs, beef, liver, chicken, trout, salmon, tuna fish, clams, fortified breakfast cereal, low-fat milk, yoghurt, and cheese in your diet to treat the deficiency. Your doctor may advise supplements if your vitamin B12 levels are still low.
It is important to tell your doctor if you have malabsorption syndrome (difficulty absorbing nutrition from food) since it may be hard to absorb vitamins through oral administration. Your doctor may advise other dosage forms in such a case.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage. Do not double the dose.
