Ofer A Syrup
Product introduction
Ofer A Syrup is a combination of two medicine used for treatment of iron deficiency and anemia. It helps the body make healthy new cells and maintain iron level in the blood.
Ofer A Syrup can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Continue taking the medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset are some common side effects of this medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Usually, it is suggested to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Ofer A Syrup can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Continue taking the medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
Nausea, vomiting, and stomach upset are some common side effects of this medicine. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Usually, it is suggested to avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
Uses of Ofer A Syrup
- Treatment of Iron deficiency
- Treatment of Anemia
Benefits of Ofer A Syrup
In Treatment of Iron deficiency
Iron deficiency is a condition in which your body lacks iron leading to a condition called anemia. This can result in symptoms that can affect your quality of life. These include shortness of breath, tiredness, reduced concentration, pale or yellow skin, brittle nails, etc. Ofer A Syrup helps treat as well as prevent iron deficiency by improving the level of iron in your body. Along with taking Ofer A Syrup, include iron-rich foods like spinach, dates, organ meats like liver, iron-fortified cereals, etc.
In Treatment of Anemia
Anemia occurs when you do not have enough red blood cells or when your red blood cells do not function properly. One of the most common causes of anemia is a lack of iron in your body. Ofer A Syrup prevents and treats anemia by improving the level of iron in the body. This helps reduce symptoms such as tiredness, weakness, reduced concentration, pale or yellow skin, brittle nails, dry hair, etc. Along with taking Ofer A Syrup, include iron-rich foods like spinach, dates, organ meats like liver, iron-fortified cereals, etc.
Side effects of Ofer A Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ofer A
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Upset stomach
How to use Ofer A Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ofer A Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ofer A Syrup works
Ofer A Syrup is a combination of two nutritional supplements: Ferrous Ascorbate and Folic Acid which replenish the body's stores of important nutrients.
Folic acid is a form of vitamin B. 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.
Ferrous Ascorbate acts as a catalyst in various biochemical reactions in our body, facilitates transport and utilization of oxygen and helps in cell growth and proliferation. This improves the production of red blood cells and hemoglobin.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ofer A Syrup.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ofer A Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ofer A Syrup is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ofer A Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ofer A Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ofer A Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Ofer A Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Ofer A Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Ofer A Syrup is given to treat anemia due to iron deficiency.
- It is better to take Ofer A Syrup after a meal in order to reduce stomach discomfort.
- Let your doctor know if you are taking any antibiotics.
- Inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal disorders like peptic ulcers or ulcerative colitis.
- Iron supplements can make your stools look darker in color. This is completely harmless.
- Ofer A Syrup can cause constipation, try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink several glasses of water each day.
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FAQs
Q. How long does Ofer A Syrup take to work?
Ofer A Syrup usually starts working within a few hours of taking it. If you are taking it for iron deficiency anemia, you may start feeling better after a few weeks of taking it. In case you are taking it during pregnancy, you may not notice any difference but this does not mean that the dose is not working. Continue taking Ofer A Syrup for the duration recommended by your doctor.
Q. Can Ofer A Syrup cause weight gain?
Animal studies on Ofer A Syrup suggest that taking the medicine in excess along with a high-fat diet may lead to weight gain and fat accumulation. But this weight gain was not evident when taken along with a normal or low fat diet, even with excess Ofer A Syrup. In humans, similar studies have not been conducted and therefore knowledge regarding weight gain is lacking. Therefore, if you are on Ofer A Syrup then avoid excess Ofer A Syrup and eat a low fat meal to be on a safer side.
Q. Why should women start taking Ofer A Syrup before they become pregnant?
Maintaining the right level of iron and folic acid in the body before getting pregnant reduces the risk of developing neural tube defects in the baby. Neural tube effect, in most cases, is caused if the structure (neural tube) from which the central nervous system develops (brain and spinal cord) in a baby does not form or is only partially closed. Full closure of the neural tube occurs during the end of the fourth week of pregnancy. Folic acid helps in the formation of neural tubes. Therefore, to prevent this defect women should start Ofer A Syrup before four weeks of pregnancy.
Q. Can I breastfeed while taking Ofer A Syrup?
Yes, you can breastfeed while taking Ofer A Syrup as it is not harmful for the baby. Ofer A Syrup contains folic acid as an active ingredient which is naturally found in the breast milk. It also contains iron but iron does not pass through breast milk. Though initial levels of folic acid in the breast milk are low, it rises eventually. Since it is actively secreted in breast milk, mother may take Ofer A Syrup every day to maintain the required levels. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions related to nutrient supplementation in breastfeeding.
Q. When should I take Ofer A Syrup, in the morning or at night?
You can take Ofer A Syrup any time of the day, but try to take it at the same time each day. This will help you remember to take it. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, cut or crush the medicine.
Q. Can Ofer A Syrup make you sick?
Generally, Ofer A Syrup is well tolerated and no side effects are reported in the majority of people. However, some may experience stomach and intestinal problems which include nausea (feeling sick), dark colored stools and stomach upset or digestion issues. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor but do not stop taking Ofer A Syrup.
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- Finecure Pharmaceuticals Limited. Managing anemia: Focus on ferrous ascorbate and folic acid. Passi Publication Pvt. Ltd. [Accessed 26 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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