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Cetecofermax belongs to the group of mineral and vitamin drugs in the form of hard capsules. The main ingredients of Cetecofermax are iron fumarate and folic acid, which are indicated in the treatment and prevention of iron-deficiency anemia. However, when using the drug Cetecofermax may experience side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, ... Therefore, patients need to learn carefully the information of the drug before use.
1. What is Cetecofermax?
The iron fumarate component of Cetecofermax is an inorganic salt that helps supplement iron trace elements. Iron absorption in the body can be reduced due to chelating compounds or complexing substances in the intestine. Normally, iron when entering the body is absorbed in the duodenum and proximal jejunum. However, to increase the absorption of iron into the body, it can be used simultaneously with vitamin C. Folic acid in Cetecofermax is reduced to tetrahydrofolate, which is a coenzyme of many metabolic processes, including the synthesis of purine and pyrimidine nucleus and affects nucleoprotein synthesis and normal erythropoiesis. A lack of folic acid can cause megaloblastic anemia such as vitamin B12 deficiency anemia.
2. Indications and contraindications for the use of Cetecofermax
Cetecofermax is indicated in the treatment and prevention of anemia caused by iron deficiency or requiring iron supplementation. In cases of increased blood-forming requirements such as pregnant or lactating women, nutritional deficiencies, after surgery or in the post-recovery period of severe illness, Cetecofermax may also be indicated. Iron is a mineral compound that the body quite needs and at the same time it is also an essential compound for the production of hemoglobin as well as oxidation in tissues. Folic acid is a B vitamin necessary for nucleoprotein synthesis and maintenance of the normal shape of red blood cells.
3. Dosage and how to use Cetecoferma
Cetecofermax drug is used as directed by the doctor with the recommended dosage for adults is 1 tablet per day.
Cetecofermax is indicated for pregnant women and even women with a history of pregnancy with spinal canal abnormalities. Usually these women should take Cetecofermax with folic acid content of about 4 to 5mg before starting pregnancy and continue using it throughout the first 3 months of pregnancy.
Note: Dosage with Cetecofermax as recommended above is for reference only. Therefore, before using Cetecofermax, patients should follow the doctor's instructions.
4. Management of missed dose and overdose of Cetecofermax
If you miss a dose of Cetecofermax, use it as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the missed dose of Cetecofermax and the next dose is too close, skip the missed dose. Patients should not double the dose of Cetecofermax, because it can cause drug overdose. To overcome the situation of missing a dose of Cetecofermax, patients can set an alarm or ask their loved ones to remind them.
In case of accidentally using Cetecofermax drug in excess of the prescribed amount and some unwanted signs appear, immediate emergency medical attention is required.
5. Side effects when using Cetecofermax drug
Cetecofermax medicine can cause some unwanted side effects during treatment. However, with each case, the side effects of Cetecofermax can occur in varying degrees from mild to severe.
Some common side effects caused by Cetecofermax include: Nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation... These side effects may occur at the beginning of treatment or after increasing the dose of Cetecofermax drug. . Usually, side effects from Cetecofermax can be transient or subside over time.
When serious side effects appear such as: Black stools, beautiful teeth, rash or cancer risk related to excess iron stores ... the patient should stop using Cetecofermax and go to a medical facility for immediate medical assistance.
Some notes during the use of Cetecofermax:
For pregnant and lactating women, caution should be exercised when using Cetecofermax. Patients should be advised to use Cetecofermax from their doctor, and carefully analyze the benefits and risks before using the drug. Cetecofermax may change how it works as well as increase its side effects. Therefore, to avoid drug interactions with Cetecofermax, the patient should provide the doctor with a list of previously used drugs, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbs, dietary supplements... Allergic manifestations to the drug Cetecofermax. Notify your doctor so that you can promptly treat the side effects of the drug. The basic information about Cetecofermax in the above article is for reference only. Because this is a prescription drug, patients should not use it on their own, but need to contact a specialist directly to get an appropriate prescription to ensure safety for health.
