Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml

Question 1

Can I take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml after eating eggs?

Accepted Answer

Some foods like whole-grain slices of bread, cereal, eggs, dairy products, coffee, and tea may make Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml not work well. Thus it is advised to avoid these foods.

Question 2

Why does Folate and vitamin B12 deficiency occur?

Accepted Answer

Folate and vitamin B12 deficiencies usually happen when a person does not take proper diet and vitamin B12 deficiency happen in the elderly, due to poor absorption. Folate is present in more concentration in leafy green vegetables, legumes and some fruits, so consume such products.

Question 3

What is the role of iron in the body?

Accepted Answer

Iron is an important mineral in the body required by red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein called hemoglobin, it helps in attracting oxygen in the lungs. Factors including pregnancy, blood loss, or low iron in the diet can reduce the iron supply leading to anemia.

Question 4

Can Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml be given to a child without asking with the doctor?

Accepted Answer

Children below 12 years of age, should only use this medicine after consulting with a doctor as the doctor will suggest Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml after checking the child's age or weight of a child.

Question 5

Does Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml may cause constipation, however, not everyone experiences it. Eating more high fiber foods like vegetables, fresh fruit, and cereals, and drinking plenty of water can help in relieving symptoms.

Question 6

Is there certain foods that needs to be avoided while taking Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml?

Accepted Answer

Some foods can affect the absorption of Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml that includes tea, coffee, milk dairy products, eggs, and soybean products, so avoid taking these foods within or after 2 hours of taking this medicine.

Question 7

How does Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml work?

Accepted Answer

Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml is a nutritional supplement that consists of Elemental Iron, Folic acid, and Cyanocobalamin. It works by boosting the body's production of red blood cells (RBC). It also helps normalise the low vitamin levels in the body, thus treating nutritional deficiencies and iron deficiency anaemia.

Question 8

Is it safe to take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml if I am planning to conceive?

Accepted Answer

Additional folic acid requirements are required in the pregnancy. Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml is recommended in pregnant women who want to conceive as folate utilization increases during pregnancy. It is generally given at least four weeks before pregnancy and is continued up to 3 months of pregnancy.

Question 9

Can I take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml along with tea or milk?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended not to take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml along with tea, coffee, or milk, and even eggs as the boy might absorb less iron supplements if you take them together, which may reduce the effectiveness of Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml.

Question 10

What is the best time to take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml?

Accepted Answer

Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml is best absorbed if taken on an empty stomach. But in some patients, it causes an upset stomach if taken empty stomach. So, please take it as suggested by your doctor if you have an upset stomach problem.

Question 11

Why is it necessary to take Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml when you are pregnant?

Accepted Answer

If you are pregnant, it is necessary to maintain the right level of folic acid to reduce the risk of neural tube defects as this is from baby's central nervous system develops. So, to avoid any defect, it is necessary to take it for the first three months as the neural tube is formed completely by this time.

Question 12

What is the daily recommended dose of Tonoferon Paediatric Syrup 100 ml for pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

Daily oral iron and folic acid supplementation with 30-60 mg of elemental iron and 400 µg (0.4 mg) folic acid is recommended for pregnant women to prevent puerperal sepsis, maternal anaemia, low birth weight, and preterm birth. Consult your doctor for further advice.