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2025-12-15 07:00:42
Hello Doctor, my son is 16 months old and he is a preterm baby born in 33.5 weeks.. His HB level is 6 and his iron levels are too low.. His paediatrician has prescribed him Tarison drops.. been giving it for 4 days now but baby is not active like before.. He is tired most if the times and hesitates to eat anything.. I'm actually force feeding him.. and giving him everything like juices, soups, kichdi, but he seems to not like anything.. will the iron supplement cause tiredness? And why is his appetite become less or not liking it?
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Ur kid showing symptoms of ida so continue iron syrap with right dose , recheck hb again n that age kids also not showing much intrest in food , diversity food items, avoid junks

Answered2025-12-22 11:55:33

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Symptoms are related to lw Hb. Get blood tests like serum iron and Hb electrophoresis. Baby will need a blood transfusion Needs hospital admission ifu don't want growth failure

Answered2025-12-17 18:03:53

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This is most likely a coincidence. Around 1 year of age, children commonly start developing likes and dislikes, and their sense of independence (ego development) also increases. Because of this, appetite and feeding patterns may seem to slow down. Iron deficiency can also affect appetite, and giving iron supplements often helps improve it.

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It is not because of iron syrup rather it is due to the low iron itself. Continue iron supplements and giving iron rich diet

Answered2025-12-15 15:03:52

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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

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The tiredness is not because of iron syrup It is because of Hb level is very low which causing this tiredness

Answered2025-12-15 12:35:37

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Anemia causes tiredness and lack of interest in food. Iron supplements can alter taste slightly. If he was active earlier and now getting dull, better to get a Checkup.

Answered2025-12-15 12:18:34

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Hey , I understand your concern No iron drops doesn’t causes such side effects You may visit to nearby doctor or video consultant with me to exam baby Contact me on practo for further queries
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Visit to doctor

Answered2025-12-15 11:20:34

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Oral iron takes minimum of 1-2weeks for improvement of symptoms. But this severe anemia requires complete evaluation.would suggest an in-person consultation

Answered2025-12-18 09:29:54

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Need to transfusion

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The tiredness and decreased appetite are because of severely low hb level. Expect an improvement in appetite after taking it for 7-10 days. Continue iron syrup for now but if no improvement seen, should also look for other causes of such severe anaemia

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Such preterm baby, should have been started on iron supplements since 1m of age itself. Pls crosscheck the dose of iron given to him, is it prophylactic or therapeutic? And the first sign of response to treatment is increase in appetite which usually takes 7 days. Also it is necessary to know if there is b12 def as well

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The tiredness is probably because of the anemia not the iron supplements.Iron supplements can sometimes cause gastritis but not reduced appetite.Infact appetite and general well being has to improve after starting treatment for anemia..
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It would better to find out the cause of anemia first, since Hb of 6gm is very low for this age and then treat accordingly.

Answered2025-12-15 14:49:25

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Hi You should understand that the baby has very low levels of Hb and anything below this might need blood transfusion. Tasiron is a good brand and side effect profile mentioned by you is less likely.
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continue iron for 3 months. Get Cbc done after one month
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iron might cause teeth staining, black poop or some GI issues

Answered2025-12-15 13:05:01

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Iron syrup will not cause tiredness .To improve iron level start family diet to the baby .include iron rich food like green leafy vegetables ,dry fruits .can use jaggery .reduce cows milk intake .stop junk food if taking

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