Ferlin Xt

Composition of Ferlin Xt

Ferlin Xt contains Ferrous ascorbate + Folic acid (strengths not specified). It belongs to the Iron supplement + Folic acid (vitamin B9) class of medicines.

Uses of Ferlin Xt

• Treatment and prevention of iron deficiency anaemia
• anaemia due to poor dietary intake
• increased iron requirement in pregnancy/lactation
• folate deficiency anaemia

Key benefits

• Improves haemoglobin levels
• Replenishes iron stores
• Helps manage iron deficiency anaemia
• Supports red blood cell formation
• Useful in pregnancy-related anaemia

How Ferlin Xt works

Ferrous ascorbate replenishes iron stores required for haemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Folic acid is essential for DNA synthesis and red blood cell production; together they help correct anaemia and improve haemoglobin levels.

How to take Ferlin Xt

Oral tablet/capsule. Take as advised by physician, usually once daily after food to reduce stomach upset; swallow whole with water. Avoid taking at the same time as tea/coffee, milk, calcium or antacids; keep a 2-hour gap.

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 it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting and stomach pain, and with iron can be dangerous, especially in children. It is unlikely to cause serious harm, because the body passes surplus B vitamins out in the urine. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Ferlin Xt

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

• Nausea
• stomach pain
• constipation
• diarrhoea
• vomiting
• dark/black stools
• metallic taste
• heartburn

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 Ferlin Xt

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in iron overload states (haemochromatosis/haemosiderosis) or non–iron-deficiency anaemia unless prescribed. Use with caution in peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disease. Keep out of reach of children—accidental overdose of iron can be fatal. If severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, or allergic reactions occur, seek medical help.

Do not take Ferlin Xt if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, calcium supplements, milk, tea/coffee (reduced absorption), tetracyclines, fluoroquinolone antibiotics (ciprofloxacin/ofloxacin/levofloxacin), levothyroxine, bisphosphonates, penicillamine, methyldopa, levodopa/carbidopa—separate dosing by 2–4 hours

How to store Ferlin Xt

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed.

Expert advice for Ferlin Xt

Take it with food unless the pack says otherwise. Have deficiencies confirmed and rechecked by blood test rather than supplementing indefinitely. A supplement corrects a deficiency; it is not a general energy tonic. If you are on it for nerve symptoms, keep your review appointment so the underlying cause is looked for.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

BALINT PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Haematinic / Nutritional supplement

Drug class:

Iron supplement + Folic acid (vitamin B9)