Hematinic — anemia correction

Iron + Folic Acid

Brand examples (illustrative): Orofer, Dexorange (examples; many forms)

Corrects iron-deficiency anemia from periods, pregnancy and diet gaps.

Updated: 15 August 2026 · Review: pending — placeholder

Educational information only. Medication decisions should be made with a qualified healthcare professional. This page provides no personalised doses and never advises starting, stopping or changing prescriptions. In case of side effects or overdose, seek care promptly.

Common indications & general mechanism

Iron-deficiency anemia
Pregnancy anemia prevention/treatment
Post-blood-loss recovery

How it generally works: Replenishes iron stores for hemoglobin; folate supports red-cell formation.

Side effects & serious effects

Common

Black stools (expected)
Constipation or loose stools, nausea

Serious (seek care)

Iron overload if misused without deficiency
Severe intolerance (rare)

Contraindications, interactions & monitoring

Who should not use / needs caution

Non-iron-deficiency anemia without diagnosis (e.g., thalassemia major)

Drug interactions

Tea/coffee, calcium, antacids, PPIs reduce absorption
Thyroid medicines (separate)

Food interactions

Take with vitamin C (lemon/amla); away from chai/coffee and calcium

Monitoring

Hemoglobin + ferritin after 4–8 weeks; continue 3 months beyond normal

Pregnancy, kidney/liver & warnings

Pregnancy: Routine in pregnancy per national guidelines — take as advised, not skipped for nausea without alternatives.
Kidney/liver: Generally safe; report severe pain or vomiting blood.

Important warnings

Black stools are expected; black tarry stools with pain/dizziness need evaluation.
Keep away from children — iron overdose is dangerous.

Common misconceptions

Myth: Iron can be stopped once energy returns.

Fact: Stores refill months after symptoms improve — stopping early causes relapse.

FAQs

Hemoglobin normalises before ferritin (stores). The extra course prevents rapid relapse.

References

Anemia Mukt Bharat Guidelines — MoHFW, India

Related conditions & tests

Anemia Iron Deficiency Pregnancy Nutrition CBC Ferritin

This website provides general educational information and is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment or emergency care. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.