SOFTERON -Z CAP

Overview

SOFTERON -Z CAP is a Schedule H drug.

SOFTERON -Z CAP is composed of: FOLIC ACID (750 MG), FERROUS FUMARATE (165 MG), DOCUSATE SODIUM (50 MG), COPPER SULFATE (1 MG)

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.


Docusate is a stool softener. It makes bowel movements softer and easier to pass.Docusate is used to treat or prevent constipation, and to reduce pain or rectal damage caused by hard stools or by straining during bowel movements.Docusate is a laxative that works by increasing the amount of water the stool absorbs in the gut, making the stool softer and easier to pass.Docusate is a stool softener. It works by increasing the amount of water the stool absorbs in the gut, making the stool softer and easier to pass.

Usage

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


DOCUSATE SODIUM is generally used to treat: Constipation
DOCUSATE SODIUM can address symptoms like: Straining With Bowel Movements

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: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

SOFTERON -Z CAP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions, Side-Effects and Interactions

Please see information on constituents: FOLIC ACID, FERROUS FUMARATE, DOCUSATE SODIUM, COPPER SULFATE

Techincal Classification

FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
DOCUSATE SODIUM is categorized as: LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily	75%
Afternoon	12%
Before Sleeping	5%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days	42%
60 Days	31%
90 Days	10%
10 Days	6%
14 Days	4%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs	84%
35 to 50yrs	13%
50 to 60yrs	1%
60 to 70yrs	1%
70yrs and above	1%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

93%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gynaecologist	96%
Gynaecologist And Obstetrician	2%
Hematologist	1%
Obstetrician	1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

CCM TAB	15%
SUPRACAL TAB	13%
CORCIUM D3 TAB	13%
DUVADILAN 10MG TAB	12%
TT INJ	12%
DUVADILAN TAB	11%
COMBIFLAM TAB	11%
ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG	11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

URINE R/E (BIOCHEMISTRY)	11%
HB (HEMATOLOGY)	10%

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

SOFTERON -Z CAP

INR 38.25 for 15 CAPSULES

FOLIC ACID 750 MG, FERROUS FUMARATE 165 MG, DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG, COPPER SULFATE 1 MG