Common Rash, Increased calcium level in blood, Increased phosphate level in blood, Itching, Renal disorder.

Expert advice for Alfacalcidol
Do not take alfacalcidol if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to alfacalcidol or any of the other ingredients. Do not take alfacalcidol if you know you have a condition called hypercalcemia (increased calcium level in blood) or calcification (high levels of calcium in body tissues).Consult your doctor before taking alfacalcidol if you have any problems with your kidneys, particularly kidney stones.

Q. Is Alfacalcidol a steroid?
Alfacalcidol is not a steroid; it belongs to a group of medicines called vitamin D analogues.

Expert advice for Biotin
Do consult your doctor if you are receiving kidney dialysis as higher doses of biotin may be needed. Do consult your doctor before taking biotin if you have,Kidney disease.Undergone stomach surgery.If you smoke.Do inform your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting biotin supplementation.

Q. What is essvit/Biotin forte?
Essvit and Biotin forte are trade names for Biotin supplements

Q. Is Biotin/Biotin forte safe?
Yes. Biotin forte is a trade name for Biotin supplement. Biotin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Biotin harmful?
No. Biotin is not harmful if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor. No side effects following Biotin use have been reported at appropriate doses

Q. Is Biotin good for hair/ effective for hair loss/ used for hair growth/ good for beard growth?
Yes. Biotin, a B-complex vitamin is needed for the normal growth and maintenance of hair.Symptoms of Biotin deficiency include thinning of hair and loss of hair color. Biotin supplements may be taken to reduce hair loss. There are no scientific evidences to support use of Biotin for beard growth

Q. Is Biotin forte gluten free?
Yes. Biotin forte is free from any protein source that can contain gluten. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use.

Common Rash.

Common Nausea, Abdominal cramp, Constipation, Epigastric pain, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Elemental Iron
 
Do not start or continue iron preparations (ferrous salts) and consult your doctor: 
 

if you have allergy to iron supplements
 

if you have anemia not produced by iron deficiency
 

if you have bronze markings on your skin to show a buildup of too much iron in the body (hemochromatosis or hemosiderosis)
 

if you have or had any serious disease affecting the intestines, including stomach ulcers, inflammatory conditions of your bowel, 
 

if you noticed blood in urine
 

if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars
 


 
Iron  injection can cause severe and sometimes fatal allergic reactions or severely low blood pressure. Tell your caregiver right away if you feel light-headed (like you might pass out), or if you suddenly have trouble breathing
 
You should not receive iron injection  if you are allergic to it, or if you have a type of anemia that is not caused by iron deficiency
 
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
 
 Do not use iron injection if it has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.

Q. Can I take iron tablets for life long/ How long can I take iron tablets for?
Iron supplement 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 iron pills for anemia and iron deficiency?
Yes, iron pills are recommended for iron deficient anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. What can I take for iron supplement?
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 (tables or capsules) available at pharmacy store are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. What can I take for iron deficiency anemia?
You can take iron supplement (ferrous fumarate/ferrous sulfate/ferrous gluconate) tablets to treat iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. 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 Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Can I take iron with zinc?
No, iron supplement may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together

Q. Can I take iron with Tylenol?
Yes, patient can take Tylenol (paracetamol) with iron. However, always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Do iron supplements increase weight?
Taking iron supplements may cause weight gain

Q. Does iron tablets/syrup cause constipation/ acne?
Yes, consumption of iron in any form may cause constipation or acne. Please consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.