Benfer-Xt Suspension

Uses of Benfer-Xt Suspension

• Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia; nutritional supplementation in pregnancy
• lactation
• growing children/adolescents and during recovery from illness when advised by a doctor.

Key benefits

• Helps correct iron deficiency
• Supports hemoglobin and red blood cell formation
• Reduces fatigue/weakness due to anemia
• Replenishes iron stores

How Benfer-Xt Suspension works

Oral iron supplements replenish body iron stores and support hemoglobin formation in red blood cells, improving oxygen delivery. Additional hematinic vitamins/minerals (if present in the formulation) help red blood cell production and improve iron utilization.

How to take Benfer-Xt Suspension

Shake well before use. Measure the dose with a cup/spoon as advised by the doctor. Preferably take after food if it causes stomach upset; avoid taking with tea/coffee/milk or calcium/antacids close to the dose. Rinse mouth after dosing to reduce teeth staining.

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 Benfer-Xt 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 Benfer-Xt 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 Benfer-Xt Suspension

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

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• diarrhea
• dark/black stools
• metallic taste
• teeth staining (with liquid iron)

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 Benfer-Xt Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in iron overload states (e.g., hemochromatosis/hemosiderosis) or non–iron-deficiency anemia unless prescribed. Keep out of reach of children—iron overdose can be fatal. Use with caution in peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, or chronic liver disease. If severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, or signs of overdose occur, seek urgent medical help.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids/calcium supplements, proton pump inhibitors/H2 blockers (reduced iron absorption); tetracyclines and quinolone antibiotics (reduced absorption of both—separate by 2–4 hours); levothyroxine (separate by 4 hours); bisphosphonates, penicillamine, methyldopa, levodopa (separate dosing); tea/coffee/high-fiber foods can reduce absorption.

How to store Benfer-Xt Suspension

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), tightly closed. Protect from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep bottle tightly capped after use.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

GENFO BIOCEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

Haematinic / Nutritional supplement

Drug class:

Oral iron preparation (haematinic)