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2026-08-17 05:38:00
I was prescribed Orofer XT tablet but it is making me feel bloated and gassy. I take it after my lunch and with adequate vitamin C eg lemon , or tomatoes .. Is there any alternative I can take?
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What is your iron profile , pbs , and cbc? We can plan iv iron for you based on these reports

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Answered2026-08-20 05:18:24

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GO FOR IV IRON NO ANY COMPLICATIONS

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Please share details of your symptoms,  results of Haemoglobin,  serum iron,  then I can guide you further.

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Requires a proper assessment to understand the underlying cause and guide you. Please book a consultation for a detailed evaluation, personalized treatment plan and further advice.

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This tablet has already contain vitamin c .no need  any alternatives. But avoid with tea,coffee because they contain phytates and decrease absorption. Black stool ,bloating,pain is common during iron tablets. So ignore these side effects.

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If you would like to discuss your concern in more detail, please feel free to contact me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine. Alternatively, you can connect with me through the Practo app for a detailed consultation

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If you would like to discuss your concern in more detail, please feel free to contact me on WhatsApp at eight six one nine six six nine nine zero six. Alternatively, you can connect with me through the Practo app for a detailed consultation

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

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Need few more details for further evaluation. Please consult

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Do connect and consult Will help you

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

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