Ironex Hb Tablet

Uses of Ironex Hb Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia (including nutritional anemia) and anemia due to increased requirements such as pregnancy/lactation
• blood loss
• or poor dietary intake.

Key benefits

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

How Ironex Hb Tablet works

Iron replenishes body iron stores and is required for hemoglobin formation and oxygen transport. Folic acid and/or vitamin B12 (if present) support red blood cell production and maturation, helping correct anemia.

How to take Ironex Hb Tablet

Tablet: take exactly as advised by a doctor. Commonly taken once daily after food to reduce stomach upset; swallow with water. Avoid taking along with tea/coffee, milk, calcium/antacids; keep a 2–4 hour gap from such products.

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 Ironex Hb 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 Ironex Hb 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 Ironex Hb Tablet

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

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

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 Ironex Hb Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Do not use in iron overload states (hemochromatosis/hemosiderosis) or non–iron-deficiency anemia unless prescribed. Use with caution in peptic ulcer disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and chronic liver disease. Iron overdose can be dangerous in children—keep out of reach. If pregnant/breastfeeding or if anemia cause is unknown, consult a doctor for evaluation and appropriate dosing.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids/calcium supplements, tetracyclines, quinolones (ciprofloxacin/levofloxacin), levothyroxine, penicillamine, bisphosphonates, methyldopa, chloramphenicol; foods/drinks like tea/coffee and high-fiber foods can reduce absorption (separate dosing by 2–4 hours).

How to store Ironex Hb Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and light. Keep the strip tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

INDIABULLS PHARMACEUTICALS

Therapeutic class:

Hematinic / Iron supplement

Drug class:

Oral iron preparation (hematinic)