Ferrous ascorbate + Folic acid + Methylcobalamin 30 mg elemental iron + 500 mcg + 500 mcg per 5 ml: uses, price & cheaper substitutes
Common uses: Treating iron deficiency anaemia in people who find tablets hard to swallow, as a doctor advises; Iron, folate and vitamin B12 support during pregnancy or recovery, when prescribed.
Listed MRPs range from ₹0.85 to ₹1.79 per ml across 4 listings.
Price comparison
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / ml | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gracifer Suspension | Graciera Pharmacetuicals LLP | 200 ml | ₹170.00 | ₹0.85 | 19 October 2026 |
| Ferikind-M Suspension | Mankind Pharma Ltd | 170 ml | ₹178.12 | ₹1.05 | 19 October 2026 |
| Ferium XT Plus Suspension | Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 200 ml | ₹297.20 | ₹1.49 | 19 October 2026 |
| Orofer XT Suspension | Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 200 ml | ₹358.95 | ₹1.79 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Uses
- Treating iron deficiency anaemia in people who find tablets hard to swallow, as a doctor advises.
- Iron, folate and vitamin B12 support during pregnancy or recovery, when prescribed.
- Anaemia in older children when a paediatrician prescribes this liquid and dose.
How to take it
Shake the bottle and measure the dose with the cup or syringe provided, not a kitchen spoon. Take it once a day or as your doctor advises. Iron is absorbed best on an empty stomach, but take it with food if it upsets the stomach. Mixing liquid iron with water or juice and rinsing your mouth afterwards helps avoid teeth staining; do not mix it with milk. Keep tea and coffee away from the dose. Iron levels take a couple of months to recover, and your doctor may check your blood after about 4 weeks. Keep the bottle out of children's reach – for a child, even a little more than the prescribed dose can be dangerous.
Side effects
Common
- Constipation or diarrhoea.
- Stomach pain or feeling sick.
- Dark stools and temporary teeth staining.
Serious
Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.
- Accidental overdose, especially in children – vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness; get emergency help immediately.
- Black, tarry stools with stomach pain or vomiting blood – may be bleeding, not just iron; see a doctor urgently.
- Allergic reaction – swollen throat or tongue, itchy raised rash or difficulty breathing.
Safety information
Alcohol
No direct interaction; keep alcohol low.
Pregnancy
Used in pregnancy only as your doctor advises; check with your doctor while breastfeeding.
Kidney problems
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease.
Liver problems
Tell your doctor about liver disease or iron overload.
Children
Give to children only in the dose a paediatrician prescribes, measured accurately. Iron overdose is a leading cause of poisoning deaths in young children.
Missed dose
Take it when you remember unless the next dose is nearly due; never double the dose.
Interactions
- Antibiotics such as doxycycline and ciprofloxacin – iron reduces their absorption; take the antibiotic at least 2 hours before or after.
- Antacids and medicines or supplements containing calcium, magnesium or zinc – take them at a different time from iron.
- Levothyroxine (thyroid tablets) – take it at least 4 hours apart from iron.
- Tea, coffee, eggs and milk – reduce iron absorption; avoid them around the time of your dose.
Frequently asked questions
Orofer XT syrup uses
Orofer XT suspension contains ferrous ascorbate (30 mg iron), folic acid and mecobalamin (vitamin B12) per 5 ml. It is used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anaemia when a doctor prescribes a liquid.
Orofer XT syrup dose
Your doctor decides the dose by age and haemoglobin level. Measure it with the cup or syringe provided and do not exceed the dose.
Can Orofer XT syrup stain teeth?
Liquid iron can stain teeth. Mix it with water or juice, and rinse the mouth or brush after the dose.
Is Orofer XT syrup safe for children?
Only in the dose a paediatrician prescribes. Iron overdose is very dangerous for young children, so keep the bottle out of reach.
Iron syrup before or after food?
It is absorbed best on an empty stomach, but can be taken with food if it causes stomach upset. Avoid milk, tea and coffee around the dose.
Iron syrup side effects
Constipation, diarrhoea, stomach pain, nausea, dark stools and teeth staining are common.
Can I take iron syrup in pregnancy?
Yes, if your doctor prescribes it. Iron and folic acid are commonly given in pregnancy.
Ferikind-M vs Orofer XT syrup
Both contain the same amounts of iron, folic acid and vitamin B12 per 5 ml. Choose by your doctor's advice and availability.
Sources
- NHS – Ferrous fumarate (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Iron deficiency anaemia (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Iron supplements (19 October 2026)
- NHS – Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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