Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for BESTIRON SYP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for BESTIRON SYP
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Overview
BESTIRON SYP is a Schedule H drug.BESTIRON SYP is composed of: FOLIC ACID (75 MCG/ML), ELEMENTAL IRON (15 MG), BETA-CAROTENE (10 MG), ELEMENTAL ZINC (5.5 MG), CYANOCOBALAMIN (3.75 MCG)
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.
Cyanocobalamin is a man-made form of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is important for growth, cell reproduction, blood formation, and protein and tissue synthesis. Cyanocobalamin is used to
Usage
FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B DeficiencyCYANOCOBALAMIN is generally used to treat: Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Anemia
CYANOCOBALAMIN can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination
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 < 12month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
BESTIRON SYP is generally taken Before Food.Precautions for BESTIRON SYP and its Constituents
- 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.
Take the extended-release tablet with a full glass of water. Do not substitute folic acid for this medication. Perform lab tests for blood regularly, to monitor the progress. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Caution should be exercised in patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty ConcentratingCommon Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In MouthCYANOCOBALAMIN : Anemia, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Chest Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Face Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Legs Pain, Frequent Urination
Rare Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
CYANOCOBALAMIN can interfere with: Hypokalemia, Leber’s Disease, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTSCYANOCOBALAMIN is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Available Alternatives for BESTIRON SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
BESTIRON SYP | INR 120 for 150ML LIQUID | FOLIC ACID 75 MCG/ML, ELEMENTAL IRON 15 MG, BETA-CAROTENE 10 MG, ELEMENTAL ZINC 5.5 MG, CYANOCOBALAMIN 3.75 MCG |