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Encicarb 100mg Injection 2.0 ml in 1 vial

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Encicarb 100mg Injection is a product of Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition: Elemental Iron (100mg)

Pack of 2 ml

₹ 639.30

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All Details About Encicarb 100mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Encicarb 100mg Injection

Description:

Encicarb 100mg Injection is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia in which the number of red blood cells is less due to a low level of iron in your body (iron-deficiency anemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.

Encicarb 100mg Injection is generally given by a doctor or nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. Your doctor will decide how many doses you need depending on the cause of your anemia. It is advisable to eat iron-rich foods like meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli and lentils along with taking Encicarb 100mg Injection.

The most common side effects include vomiting and nausea. Most of these usually go away within a short time. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.

You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron. Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress, and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self-administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Encicarb

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Encicarb 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Encicarb 100mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
SAFE
Encicarb 100mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Encicarb 100mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Encicarb 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

How long can I take Encicarb 100mg Injection for?

Encicarb 100mg Injection is used to regulate hemoglobin levels in the human body. It is generally advised to patients who have iron deficient anemia or iron deficiency. till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

Can I take Encicarb 100mg Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?

Affirmative, Encicarb 100mg Injection can be taken for iron deficiency anemia and iron deficiency. However, its use for other types of anemia is not recommended. Take Encicarb 100mg Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

What types of food items should I take other than Encicarb 100mg Injection?

You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry and seafood). Other food items which contain rich iron content include beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas. You can also try iron supplements (tablets or capsules) available at pharmacy stores for iron deficient anemia. Forever consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

What can I take for iron deficiency anemia?

You can take iron supplement (ferrous fumarate/ferrous sulfate/ferrous gluconate) tablets to treat iron deficiency anemia. In case you are not sure, consult your doctor.

Can I take iron with vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid?

Affirmative, iron and vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid can be taken together. Taking vitamin C and iron together helps the body absorb the iron. However, it would be best to consult your doctor before using Encicarb 100mg Injection with other medicines.

Can I take Encicarb 100mg Injection with zinc?

No, Encicarb 100mg Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take Encicarb 100mg Injection with zinc.

Can I take Encicarb 100mg Injection with Tylenol?

Affirmative, you can take Tylenol (paracetamol) with iron. However, it is advised to always consult your doctor before taking any medicine to avoid any complexity.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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