REDFIN-XT SOFTGEL CAPSULES

Ferrous Ascorbate, Folic Acid and Zinc softgel capsules

About Redfin-XT Tablet

Redfin-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.

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

Uses of Redfin-XT Tablet

Treatment of anaemia.

Medicinal Benefits

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

Side Effects of Redfin-XT Tablet

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dark coloured stool

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/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

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

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Redfin-XT  Tablet may have interaction 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 Redfin-XT Tablet at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Redfin-XT Tablet .

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 Redfin-XT Tablet .

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 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.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Redfin-XT Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Redfin-XT Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Special Advise

Avoid taking Redfin-XT Tablet along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Redfin-XT Tablet and avoid drug interaction.