Eldefol 20mg 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.

Eldefol 20mg Injection is used to treat low levels of iron in the blood

Uses of Eldefol Injection

Iron deficiency anemia

Benefits of Eldefol Injection

In Iron deficiency anemia

Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. If you do not have enough iron from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Eldefol 20mg Injection is an iron replacement product. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron.

Side effects of Eldefol Injection

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

Common side effects of Eldefol

Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Dark colored stool

How to use Eldefol Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Eldefol 20mg Injection.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Eldefol 20mg 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

Eldefol 20mg 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 Eldefol 20mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Eldefol 20mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eldefol 20mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Eldefol 20mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eldefol 20mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Eldefol 20mg Injection is given as a slow injection or infusion under the supervision of a doctor.
Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may worsen the side effects.
You may be asked for regular blood tests to check for blood cells and iron levels in the body.
It might cause lowering of blood pressure. Continuous monitoring of blood pressure is required while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Homogeneous Transition Metal Compounds

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Haemopoetic agents

Patient concerns

Iron deficiency anemia, typhoid

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

What medicine u taking for thatSince when u have these problem

H.B is just 7 gram not improving iron not suitable

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for blood test. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.Just to give you idea i am giving examples of diseases where anemia is presentCongenital dyserythropoietic anemia Diamond-Blackfan anemia G-6-PD deficiency Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), congenital or acquired Iron refractory iron deficiency anemia (IRIDA) Nutritional iron deficiency Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria Pure red cell aplasia Rheumatoid arthritis Sideroblastic anemia Unstable hemoglobinopathies Hookworm infection Hypothyroidism Myelodysplastic syndrome Myelofibrosis Systemic lupus erythematosus Thalassemia Thalassemia intermedia Pyruvate kinase deficiency

FAQs

How long can I take Eldefol 20mg Injection for?

Eldefol 20mg 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 Eldefol 20mg Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?

Yes, Eldefol 20mg Injection can be taken for iron deficiency anemia and iron deficiency. However, its use for other types of anemia is not recommended. Take Eldefol 20mg Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

What types of food items should I take other than Eldefol 20mg 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. Always 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?

Yes, 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 Eldefol 20mg Injection with other medicines.

Can I take Eldefol 20mg Injection with zinc?

No, Eldefol 20mg Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take Eldefol 20mg Injection with zinc.

Can I take Eldefol 20mg Injection with Tylenol?

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

Does Eldefol 20mg Injection increase weight?

Yes, Eldefol 20mg Injection can increase weight. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. You should consult your doctor if you need any further help to manage your weight.

Does Eldefol 20mg Injection cause constipation or acne?

Yes, Eldefol 20mg Injection may cause constipation or acne. Constipation and acne are among some of the most common side effects of Eldefol 20mg Injection. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you.

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Related lab tests

Ferritin

Iron Serum

Total Iron Binding Capacity

Transferrin Saturation

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