Usually, oral iron supplements are stopped a few days to a week before the scheduled iron infusion.
Here’s why:
1. Avoid Overload: Continuing oral iron while receiving intravenous (IV) iron can increase the risk of iron overload, which can be harmful.
2. Assess Response: Stopping oral iron helps to accurately assess the patient’s response to the iron infusion without the interference of oral iron supplements.
3. Side Effects: Oral iron supplements can cause gastrointestinal side effects such as constipation, which can be avoided during the infusion period.
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