Anofer Liquid

Uses of Anofer Liquid

Iron supplementation to prevent or treat iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.

Key benefits

• Helps treat iron deficiency anemia
• Improves hemoglobin levels
• Replenishes iron stores
• Reduces tiredness/weakness due to low iron

How Anofer Liquid works

Iron is required to make hemoglobin in red blood cells, which carries oxygen. Supplementation replenishes iron stores and helps improve hemoglobin levels over time.

How to take Anofer Liquid

Oral liquid/syrup. Take as directed by a physician; commonly taken after food to reduce stomach upset. Measure the dose with a measuring cup/spoon; avoid taking together with tea/coffee/milk and keep a 2-hour gap from antacids/calcium if advised.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Anofer as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Anofer than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Anofer Liquid

Most side effects of Anofer are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• stomach upset
• constipation
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• dark stools
• metallic taste

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Anofer Liquid

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in iron overload states (e.g., hemochromatosis/hemosiderosis) or anemia not due to iron deficiency unless prescribed. Accidental overdose of iron-containing products can be fatal in children—keep out of reach. Use with caution in peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or chronic liver disease. May cause dark stools; this is usually harmless. If severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or allergic symptoms occur, seek medical help.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, calcium supplements, milk, tea/coffee (reduce absorption), tetracyclines, quinolones, levothyroxine, penicillamine, bisphosphonates (separate dosing by 2–4 hours as advised)

How to store Anofer Liquid

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from light. Keep the bottle tightly closed. Do not freeze.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Haematinic / Nutritional supplement

Drug class:

Iron preparation (haematinic)