Feris Syrup 150 ml 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.

Feris Syrup 150 ml is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Syrup 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 Feris Syrup 150 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition.

In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Syrup 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 Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Syrup.

Syrup should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Syrup 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 Feris Syrup 150 ml. click here

Uses of Syrup

Anaemia

Medicinal Benefits

Feris Syrup 150 ml is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Syrup works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body.

As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body’s each tissue gets 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. Read here:

Directions for Use

The oral tablet form of Syrup can be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor and swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. The injection form of Syrup is given by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Syrup 

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dark coloured stool

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Feris Syrup 150 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Syrup. Feris Syrup 150 ml should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by a doctor.

If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Feris Syrup 150 ml 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 Feris Syrup 150 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Syrup may have interaction with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, primidone, phenytoin, sodium valproate, carbamazepine), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, cotrimoxazole, trimethoprim), antimaniac 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 Syrup at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Feris Syrup 150 ml.

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 Syrup.

Safety Advice

• ALCOHOLCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
• Avoid consumption of alcohol with Syrup 150 ml as it may decrease the absorption of Feris Syrup 150 ml. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Feris Syrup 150 ml.
• PREGNANCY
• Feris Syrup 150 ml may be safe to use during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor.
• BREAST FEEDING
• It is unknown whether Syrup 150 ml is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Syrup 150 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
• DRIVING
• Syrup 150 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
• LIVER
• Take Syrup 150 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
• KIDNEY
• Take Feris Syrup 150 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

Habit Forming

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

• Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
• Limit junk food items from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
• Increase intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, citrus fruits.
• Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol.

Special Advise

Avoid taking Feris Syrup 150 ml along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Feris Syrup 150 ml and avoid drug interaction.

WHAT IS FERIS?

FERIS contains Ferrous ascorbate and Folic acid

FERIS is used in the management of:

Iron deficiency anemia
Anemia of nutritional origin, infancy or childhood

Feris suspension contains elemental Iron and Folic Acid (vitamin B9). Folic acid is essential to numerous bodily functions ranging from nucleotide biosynthesis to the remethylation of homocysteine. It is especially important during periods of rapid cell division and growth. Both children and adults require folic acid to produce healthy red blood cells and prevent anemia.

Iron transports oxygen throughout the body and maintains red blood cells, thus making an individual feel energetic and preventing anemia.

Feris suspension is used for the treatment of

Iron deficiency anemia,
Iron deficiency due to chronic blood loss or low intake of iron
Iron deficiency anaemia and nutritional anaemia that occurs especially during pregnancy and lactation.

Use under medical supervision.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your Doctor, if you:

Are allergic to any of the ingredients in FERIS
Have hemosiderosis, hemochromatosis, hemolytic anemia
Have peptic ulcer, regional enteritis
Have ulcerative colitis

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking FERIS

CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS

Consult your doctor before giving FERIS

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor before taking FERIS, if you are taking any other medicine including medicines obtained without prescription or any other supplements or herbal products.

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take FERIS exactly as your health care provider has told you
It is important to shake the bottle for at least 10 seconds before use

STORAGE:

Keep out of reach of children
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Do not use after the expiry date

• If you have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney or liver problem
• If you are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches
• You should not take this supplement if you are allergic to any of the component of this supplement
• If you have any planned surgery or operation. You may be asked to stop taking these products at least 2-3 weeks ahead of the procedure
• Dietary supplements are intended to supplement the diets of some people and should not be a substitute for a well-balanced, varied diet and a healthy lifestyle