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Adcob Information

Adcob is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anemia. Adcob also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Adcob. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Adcob side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Adcob are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Adcob has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Adcob's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Adcob have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Adcob with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Adcob is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Adcob Benefits & Uses
Adcob Dosage & How to Take
Adcob Side Effects
Adcob Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Adcob with Other Drugs
Adcob Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Adcob
Adcob Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Adcob Benefits & Uses

Adcob is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Adcob Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in iron deficiency anemia in chronic renal failure
Geriatric	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in iron deficiency anemia in chronic renal failure

Adcob Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Adcob is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Abdominal cramp
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Epigastric Pain
Diarrhoea
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Cough
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Adcob Related Warnings

Is the use of Adcob safe for pregnant women?

Adcob is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Adcob safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Adcob on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Adcob on the Kidneys?

Adcob is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Adcob on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Adcob on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Adcob on the Heart?

Adcob may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Adcob with Other Drugs

Adcob should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloramphenicol

Alendronate

Levothyroxine

Mild

Vitamin E

Adcob Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adcob unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Adcob

Is this Adcob habit forming or addictive?

Adcob is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Adcob, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Adcob can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Adcob is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Adcob for mental disorders.

No

Adcob Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Adcob

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Adcob together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Adcob

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Adcob.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Adcob

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Adcob cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Adcob might cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Adcob?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Adcob is a brand name of iron sucrose and it is available in the form of injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as a hematinic for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia mainly in patients with chronic kidney disease.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Adcob cause black stools?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Adcob may cause black (dark) stools. It is a common side effect of this drug which is unharmful in nature. It occurs because this drug contains iron which is well known to cause dark coloration of stools. This effect is reversible in nature and it goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Adcob cause headache?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Adcob may cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Adcob Increase hemoglobin?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Adcob helps in increasing hemoglobin because it contains iron which is an essential component of hemoglobin. Clinical studies have found that Adcob might increase hemoglobin in iron deficiency anemia.