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Iron deficiency

2020-09-25 04:58:32
I have iron deficiency which in turn resulted elevated platelet count. Doctor has prescriber iron tablet (orofer xt) twice a day. How long should I need to take this tablet ? One week is sufficient ? Thanks in advance
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Take one tablet a day. U should continue for at least 3 months. U can get ur haemoglobin checked after 3 months and decide further
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Eat foods rich in iron like green leafy vegetables, ragi, jaggery, etc

Answered2020-09-25 07:06:13

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daily one tablet... but how many months to take is depending upon your blood value...

Answered2020-09-25 05:03:33

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