My doctor prescribed Orofer XT during pregnancy, and I’ve been taking it regularly, but lately I feel dizzy and weak at times. Is this related to the tablet or just normal pregnancy symptoms? Has anyone else faced this?
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Dear Reader,
Feeling dizzy and weak during pregnancy while taking Orofer XT is an experience shared by many women. Yet, it is essential to contact your doctor because this symptom can stem from various causes: it may be a normal consequence of pregnancy itself, as hormonal shifts and blood pressure changes often cause lightheadedness; it could also be the lingering effect of the underlying iron-deficiency anemia that the tablet is prescribed to treat, meaning your levels have not fully recovered yet, or, less commonly, the general stomach discomfort (like nausea) caused by the iron supplement could contribute to a feeling of weakness.
Therefore, instead of stopping the medication or assuming the cause, you must consult your obstetrician or gynaecologist immediately so they can perform necessary blood pressure and iron level checks to determine the true source of the dizziness and ensure the safe continuation of treatment.
Wishing you good health.