AMINOFIT FORTE SACH

Overview

AMINOFIT FORTE SACH is a Schedule H drug.

AMINOFIT FORTE SACH is composed of: LYCOPENE (4000 MCG), FOLIC ACID (300 MCG), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) (2.5 MG), METHYLCOBALAMIN (1.2 MCG)

Lycopene is a common carotenoid compound found in fruits, vegetables, and green plants that is responsible for the red color of tomatoes. Other sources include apricot, cranberry, grapes, pink grapefruit, guava, papaya, peaches, and watermelon.Lycopene acts an antioxidant by fighting free radicals in the body. Due to its antioxidant property, it reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.


Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.

Usage

LYCOPENE is generally used to treat: Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Colon Cancer


FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies show it as Safe

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe

How Do I Take It?

AMINOFIT FORTE SACH is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for AMINOFIT FORTE SACH and its Constituents

Avoid if allergic to lycopene or to any of its food sources, especially tomatoes. Tomato-based products are acidic and may irritate stomach ulcers.

• Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
• It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
• You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
• Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating

Common Side-Effects

LYCOPENE : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Gas, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

LYCOPENE : Mouth Ulcer, Bad Breath

Rare Side-Effects

FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

LYCOPENE is categorized as: HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS

Available Alternatives for AMINOFIT FORTE SACH

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AMINOFIT FORTE SACH

INR 460 for 100 GRAM

LYCOPENE 4000 MCG, L-ARGININE 3000 MCG, FOLIC ACID 300 MCG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 2.5 MG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 1.2 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

FEMARGIN PLUS PWD	INR 48 for 1 SACHET	LYCOPENE 1000 MCG, METHYLCOBALAMIN 750 MCG, DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID(DHA) 200 MG, PROANTHOCYANIDIN 75 MG, L-ARGININE 3 GM, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 3 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG
PRODUCTIV M	INR 780 for 55 TABLETS	METHYLCOBALAMIN 1500 MCG, SELENIUM 200 MCG, ZINC 66 MG, UBIDECARENONE 60 MG, LEVOCARNITINE 50 MG, CLOMIFENE 25 MG, L-ARGININE 20 MG, FOLIC ACID 5 MG, LYCOPENE 4 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 1.5 MG