Nefcm 50mg Injection is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anaemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.
Nefcm 50mg 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 and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia. Depending on the cause of your anemia, it may help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins, and minerals. Outstanding sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli, and lentils.
The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, constipation, and dark-colored stools. 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.
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.
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 Nefcm
Vomiting
Murky colored stool
Nausea
Constipation
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Nefcm 50mg Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nefcm 50mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nefcm 50mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nefcm 50mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nefcm 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nefcm 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Nefcm 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nefcm 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. How long can I take Nefcm 50mg Injection for?
Nefcm 50mg Injection is advised in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficient anemia till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use.
Q. Can I take Nefcm 50mg Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?
Affirmative, Nefcm 50mg Injection is recommended for iron deficiency anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Take Nefcm 50mg Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.
Q. What types of food items should I take other than Nefcm 50mg Injection?
You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry, seafood or beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas). Iron supplements (tablets or capsules) available at pharmacy stores are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Forever consult your doctor regarding its proper use.
Q. 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. Forever consult your doctor before using Nefcm 50mg Injection.
Q. Can I take Nefcm 50mg Injection with zinc?
No, Nefcm 50mg Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take Nefcm 50mg Injection with zinc.
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