Anofer S is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Iron Deficiency Anemia. The alternative uses of Anofer S have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Anofer S. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Anofer S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Anofer S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Anofer S has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Anofer S related warnings talks about Anofer S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Anofer S have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Anofer S with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Anofer S is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Anofer S is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Anofer S is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Anofer S safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Anofer S without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Anofer S safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Anofer S.
What is the effect of Anofer S on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Anofer S on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Anofer S will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Anofer S on the Liver?
Anofer S can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Anofer S on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Anofer S. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Anofer S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anofer S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anofer S habit forming or addictive?
Anofer S is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Anofer S will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Anofer S should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Anofer S in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Anofer S
When consumed with certain foods, Anofer S may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anofer S
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Anofer S.
It is safe to take Anofer S in the recommended doses. However, in some people, it may cause certain side effects like nausea, vomiting, cramps, etc. If you experience any of these side effects, please report to your doctor immediately.
Yes, rarely Anofer S causes weight gain, if taken long-term (especially in female). However, the exact cause of weight gain is still unknown. You are advised to do brisk walking daily to keep yourself active and maintaining a healthy weight while taking Anofer S.
Anofer S is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, syrup, drop, suspension, and injection. It is to be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. One should take the dose at the same time every day to avoid missing or skipping it. Anofer S may cause nausea, diarrhea and stomach cramps. It is, therefore, important to take it with some food. Milk, calcium, and antacids should not be taken at the same time as that of Anofer S.
Yes, you can take paracetamol with iron as no interactions have been found between the two. Thus, two can be taken together safely.
No, Anofer S doesn't cause hair loss. In-fact iron deficiency or iron deficiency anemia can result in hair loss. Hair loss could be due to an underlying disease or even hormonal imbalance. It is, therefore, important to investigate and rectify these conditions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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