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  3. Fe-3xt Drops 15ml

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Fe-3xt Drops 15ml, Pack of 1 Drops

Composition :

FERROUS ASCORBATE-10MG + FOLIC ACID-100MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

DR Johns Lab Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

212, Choudhary Dilip Singh Bhawan Shah Pur Jat, New Delhi, Delhi 110049
Other Info - FE30005

Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:33 AM IST

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FAQs

Fe-3xt Drops contains Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Fe-3xt Drops works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

You are not recommended to take Fe-3xt Drops with coffee, tea or dairy products at the same time as they may reduce the absorption of Fe-3xt Drops. However, you may drink coffee or tea 2 hours before or after taking Fe-3xt Drops.

You are not recommended to take Fe-3xt Drops with phenytoin as co-administration of these two medicines may reduce the concentration of Fe-3xt Drops in blood and increase the risk of seizures (fits). However, please consult a doctor before taking Fe-3xt Drops with phenytoin.

Fe-3xt Drops is not recommended for hemochromatosis (excessive iron in the body) patients as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you have any iron overload conditions before taking Fe-3xt Drops.

Fe-3xt Drops is essential to take during pregnancy to maintain correct levels of iron and folic acid and reduce the risk of neural tube defects in babies. However, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before using Fe-3xt Drops.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Fe-3xt Drops as it may decrease the absorption of Fe-3xt Drops. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Fe-3xt Drops.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Fe-3xt Drops may be safe to use during pregnancy if recommended by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Fe-3xt Drops is excreted in human milk. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Fe-3xt Drops is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Fe-3xt Drops usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Fe-3xt Drops with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Fe-3xt Drops with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Fe-3xt Drops should be used in children only if recommended by a doctor.

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5788.pdf
  2. https://www.ciplamed.com/content/hb-set-tablets#:~:text=Ferrous%20ascorbate%20offers%20iron%20absorption,the%20maintenance%20of%20normal%20erythropoiesis.

About Fe-3xt Drops

Fe-3xt Drops belongs to a class of medications called 'haematinics' primarily used to treat anaemia (lack of blood) that occurs mainly due to poor diet, poor absorption of food, or increased folate use in the body (in pregnancy). Anaemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells for carrying adequate oxygen required to various body tissues.

Fe-3xt Drops is a combination of two drugs: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Fe-3xt Drops works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and haemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBC is produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets sufficient supply of oxygen.

Take Fe-3xt Drops as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, stomach upset or dark coloured stool. Most of these side effects of Fe-3xt Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Fe-3xt Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Fe-3xt Drops. Fe-3xt Drops should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Fe-3xt Drops as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Fe-3xt Drops.

Uses of Fe-3xt Drops

Anaemia

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Medicinal Benefits

Fe-3xt Drops is a combination of two drugs, namely: Ferrous ascorbate (iron supplement) and folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Fe-3xt Drops works by increasing red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (a protein) production in the body. As a result, an adequate number of RBCs are produced in the body, so that body's each tissue gets a sufficient supply of oxygen. Also, folic acid is necessary in pregnancy as it plays a role in the development of the brain and spinal cord in the unborn baby.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor and swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the recommended dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Fe-3xt Drops

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Stomach upset
  • Dark coloured stool

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fe-3xt Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before using Fe-3xt Drops. Fe-3xt Drops should be used with caution in children and only if recommended by a doctor. If you have an allergy to any sugars, inform your doctor before taking Fe-3xt Drops as it may contain lactose. If you have a stomach ulcer, vitamin B12 deficiency, any blood disorder, repeated blood transfusions, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), pernicious anaemia (anaemia due to lack of vitamin B12) or folate-dependent tumour, inform your doctor before taking Fe-3xt Drops.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • SODIUM VALPROATE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • COTRIMOXAZOLE
  • TRIMETHOPRIM
  • LITHIUM
  • TRIAMTERENE
  • SULFASALAZINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • METHOTREXATE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Avoid taking Fe-3xt Drops along with dairy products, coffee, tea or alcohol to minimize the side effect of Fe-3xt Drops and avoid drug interaction. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet, especially green leafy vegetables, and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit junk food items the from outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Increase the intake of fruits in your diet especially fruits rich in iron like pomegranate, and citrus fruits.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to keep yourself hydrated.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.

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