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OROFER XT for iron deficiency
Doctors pls let me know if OROFER XT can be taken for low iron - 37.2 ug/dl.
For how many months
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Hi,
Orofer XT is used for low iron levels😊
It can be taken for 3 months, along with Vitamin C rich foods for better absorption.
Feel free to consult for further guidance. 👍
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Your serum iron of 37.2 ug/dl is indeed low, and Orofer XT is a good iron supplement commonly used for iron deficiency. However, the duration of treatment depends on your haemoglobin level, ferritin level, and the underlying cause of the iron deficiency â typically it is continued for 3 to 6 months after haemoglobin normalises to replenish iron stores. At 61 years, the cause of iron deficiency also needs to be investigated to rule out any hidden blood loss.
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Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation â I can review your complete blood counts and guide you on the right duration and dosage.
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, serum iron alone cannot diagnose iron deficiency because it fluctuates with meals, time of day, infection, and inflammation.
To interpret it properly, check:
• CBC (Hb, MCV, MCH, RDW)
• Serum ferritin (best test for iron stores)
• TIBC or transferrin
• Transferrin saturation (TSAT)
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You need to get these reports done or if you have the report, consult it for the same..For reference is your ferritin is low, then you are definately having iron deficiency.
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