Smithron-XT Tablet

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Last updated on 22 Dec 2025 | 05:45 PM (IST)

Smithron-XT Tablet is a combination of two nutritional supplements. It is used to treat Iron deficiency anemia.

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General Information

Contains

Sodium Feredetate (231mg)+ Folic Acid (1.5mg)+ Vitamin B12 (15mcg)

Marketer

Domagk Smith Labs Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Smithron-XT Tablet can be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time. This medicine should not be consumed more than the recommended dose.

This is usually a safe medicine with very minimal side effects. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions like swelling, itching, difficulty in breathing, hives, etc.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any other health conditions. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is advised not to consume alcohol after taking this medicine.

Uses of Smithron Tablet

Iron deficiency anemia

Benefits of Smithron Tablet

Iron deficiency anemia
Iron deficiency is a condition in which your body lacks iron leading to a condition called anemia. This can result in symptoms that can affect your quality of life. These include shortness of breath, tiredness, reduced concentration, pale or yellow skin, brittle nails etc. Smithron-XT Tablet helps treat as well as prevent iron deficiency by improving the level of iron in your body. It also reduces the risk of iron deficiency in pregnant and lactating women as well those who experience heavy menstrual periods. Along with taking Smithron-XT Tablet, include iron rich foods like spinach, dates, organ meats like liver, iron fortified cereals etc.

Side effects of Smithron Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Smithron

No common side effects seen

How to use Smithron Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Smithron-XT Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Smithron Tablet works

Smithron-XT Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Sodium Feredetate and Folic Acid. Sodium Feredetate works by replenishing the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen. Folic Acid is a form of vitamin B. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It also contains vitamin B12, that restores its level in the body thereby helping in treating certain anemias and nerve problems.

Quick tips

Smithron-XT Tablet is given to treat anemia due to iron deficiency.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any antibiotics.
Iron supplements can make your stools look darker in color. This is completely harmless.
Smithron-XT Tablet might cause mild constipation, try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink several glasses of water each day.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Smithron-XT Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Smithron-XT Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Smithron-XT Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Smithron-XT Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Smithron-XT Tablet in patients with liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

What is Smithron-XT Tablet used for?

Smithron-XT Tablet is used to treat iron deficiency anemia and to correct low levels of folic acid and vitamin B12, helping the body make healthy red blood cells and improve oxygen transport.

Are there important precautions about food and the timing of Smithron-XT Tablet?

For best absorption, take Smithron-XT Tablet between meals and avoid taking it with milk, antacids, or eggs. If stomach upset occurs, this medicine may be taken with food instead. Citric fruit juice (vitamin C) may help iron (present in Smithron-XT Tablet) absorption.

What gastrointestinal effects can happen after taking Smithron-XT Tablet, and what to do?

Some people may have mild nausea or diarrhea early in Smithron-XT Tablet treatment. If this happens, a short pause and restarting at a reduced dose often helps, guided by the prescribing doctor.

Can stools change color while taking Smithron-XT Tablet?

Yes, Smithron-XT Tablet can darken stools, which is usually harmless. However, report black, tarry stools with abdominal pain or weakness, which can suggest bleeding and need medical review.

Why is it important not to self‑treat anemia without testing?

Folic acid can normalize blood tests while nerve damage from vitamin B12 deficiency continues, and not all anemia is due to iron deficiency. Doctors check iron, B12, folate, and other labs to choose the right treatment and avoid masking serious conditions.

What should caregivers know when giving Smithron-XT Tablet to children?

Use the age‑appropriate dose of Smithron-XT Tablet as prescribed by the doctor with a measured spoon or syringe. Keep the medicine out of children’s reach because accidental overdose of iron‑containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Related lab tests

Ferritin

Iron Serum

Total Iron Binding Capacity

Transferrin Saturation

References

Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.
Coates PM, Betz JM, Blackman MR, et al. (Editors). Encyclopedia of Dietary Supplements. 2nd ed. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press; 2010.

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Name: Domagk Smith Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: 397,2nd Floor, Patparganj, Industrial Area, Delhi-110092

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Smithron Tablet

Benefits of Smithron Tablet

Side effects of Smithron Tablet

How to use Smithron Tablet

How Smithron Tablet works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Smithron-XT Tablet used for?

Are there important precautions about food and the timing of Smithron-XT Tablet?

What gastrointestinal effects can happen after taking Smithron-XT Tablet, and what to do?

Can stools change color while taking Smithron-XT Tablet?

Why is it important not to self‑treat anemia without testing?

What should caregivers know when giving Smithron-XT Tablet to children?

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Related lab tests

Ferritin

Iron Serum

Total Iron Binding Capacity

Transferrin Saturation

References

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