Livogen Captab

Livogen Captab 15’s belongs to a class of medications called ‘haematinics’ primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) and folic acid deficiency 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.

Livogen Captabs 15’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9).

it 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 a sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Captabs 15’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Captabs 15’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition.

In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, stomach pain or a change in the colour of the stool. Most of these side effects of Captabs 15’s 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 Livogen Captabs 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Livogen Captabs 15’s. Captabs 15’s 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 Livogen Captabs 15’s 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 Livogen Captabs 15’s.

Uses 

Anaemia and Folic acid deficiency

Medicinal Benefits

Livogen Captabs 15’s is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous fumarate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Captabs 15’s 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 a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary for pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby. Read more: Livogen Captab

Directions for Use

Take Captabs 15’s on empty stomach usually 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals as advised by your doctor and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Captabs 15’s

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Change in colour of stool

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Livogen Captabs 15’s or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Captabs 15’s.

Captabs 15’s 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 Livogen Captabs 15’s 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 Livogen Captabs 15’s. click here

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Livogen Captabs 15’s may interact 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 Captabs 15’s at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Captabs 15’s.

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 Captabs 15’s.

What is LIVOGEN?

LIVOGEN contains iron and vitamin B9 (folic acid) is indicated for the subsequent conditions:

helps to replenish iron stores and increases red blood cell levels in the body
fights the symptoms of anemia such as fatigue, paleness, weakness, inability to concentrate and dizziness

What LIVOGEN is used for?

LIVOGEN contains the below mentioned components, which have the following uses:

Iron:

Ferrous fumarate is a type of iron salt which allows better absorption in the body and has comparable tolerability. Iron is a vital mineral, that forms part of red blood cells which carry oxygen round the body
Folic acid:

It is vital for production of red blood cells and for development of the baby during pregnancy. It is also required to regulate the growth of red blood cells

Safety Advice

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  ALCOHOL

  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

  Avoid consumption of alcohol with Captabs 15’s as it may decrease the absorption of Livogen Captabs 15’s. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Livogen Captabs 15’s.

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  PREGNANCY

  Livogen Captabs 15’s may be safe to use during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor.

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  BREAST FEEDING

  It is unknown whether Livogen Captabs 15’s is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Livogen Captabs 15’s is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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  DRIVING

  Livogen Captabs 15’s usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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  LIVER

  Take Livogen Captabs 15’s with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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  KIDNEY

  Take Livogen Captabs 15’s with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

Habit Forming

No

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 Livogen Captabs 15’s along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol as they may reduce the effectiveness of Livogen Captabs 15’s.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Anaemia: It is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen to various body tissues.

Anaemia can be temporary, which can be treated with the help of supplements, and it can also be long-term, which might require medical procedures.

It makes you feel tired very quickly due to a lack of oxygen supply in the body. It is one of the most common blood disorders.

Folate deficiency: The deficiency of folic acid in the body is known as folate deficiency. It generally occurs when your diet does not have sufficient food that has more folic acid (citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables). Folate deficiency, if left untreated, can lead to anaemia.