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I just want to know cant i drink my iron tablet at night time it is Chelafer iron tablets

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Which iron tablet is easy on stomach? Wanted to know which type of iron doesnt hurt the stomach. Thanks

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Iron comes in different preparations. But in INCREASED dosage most cause constipation. To prescribe any medicine a detailed evaluation is needed. Please discuss your history in details. ...  Read More

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My wife is 6 month pregnant and her hemoglobin level is 8 ...my doctor recommended her faa 20 tablet (iron tablet)for iron deficiency .. but after taking this she feel nouseas. Please recommend some other iron tablet which are more suitable for her to digest .

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Please suggest an iron tablet or a multivitamin which contains iron .

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My doctor didn't not priscribe me iron tablets just prescribed me Folic acid in 13weeks, Is that mandatory to take iron tablets, I am not getting proper sleep in nights sometimes, is that cause of iron deficiency ?

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Sleeplessness is due to Pregnancy itself. Iron tablet s can be started after 12 weeks. Check with basic hb. If it's above 14 or 15, you can delay taking it ...  Read More

My iron level was 42 in my last blood test ( 40 days ) back. can i take orrafest xt for iron deficiency , it was prescribed by doctor that time. i have consumed one tablet today. is there any risk ?

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You can take. No risk. Still if u have any queries, kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six ...  Read More

I am 7 months pregnant.i am taking iron tablet and ecosprin 75 at night everyday.i want to know is it safe to take iron and calcium together??

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No if you will take at a time no absorption of any medicine so iron tablet in night after dinner and calcium after lunch.For absorption of iron protein and vitamin c is needed. ...  Read More

I'm 4 month pregnant. My doctor is in vacation so I need to start iron tablet. It's Been quite a late but I've to start Iron & calcium tablet.Which brand should I use?

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My hemoglobin is 11 .6 .should i take iron tablet? Is it compulsory? And is it ok if i take folic acid now?

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Your haemoglobin is not too low so better to increase with iron rich foods like apples,leafy vegetables,dates,jagged,vegetable soups with beetroot. ...  Read More

Can I take an iron tablet with lemon water currently 26 weeks pregnant , anyone can help me with this

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My front teeth have developed black stains due to iron deposits. Even after getting cleaning or scaling done, the stains come back again within one or two months. Is there any alternative way to remove these stains without regular scaling? I would like to know if there are any painless options, laser treatments, orcomposte bonding other modern tech

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Hi This type of black staining due to iron deposits is quite common.Even after cleaning, it can come back because the root cause is still present. Tooth Scaling is the best and safest way to remove i ...  Read More

My daughter has borderline ferritin, so the pediatrician prescribed an iron syrup. Since starting it, her teeth have developed black stains. What can I do to prevent or reduce the staining?

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Hai Avoid clenching of teeth to the spoon of syrup It will improve while brushing teeth and donot stop iron syrup Darkening of teeth is temporary ...  Read More

Pediatrician has prescribed iron syrup for my daughter because she has borderline ferritin levels. But after taking the iron syrup, her teeth are becoming black/stained. What should I do? How can I avoid these black stains?

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Hello Basically these stains caused by iron supplements are harmless. Only if you don't want the teeth look this way,you can visit a dentist and get her scaling done. Iron supplements for her ferritin ...  Read More

I have been prescribed heme iron polypeptide tablets by doctor due to low ferritin levels because non heme iron like ferrous sulphate,fumarate etc dont suit me and i get upset stomach. Is HIP a good substitute and i ahould take it?

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Heme iron polypeptide (HIP) is a good alternative in patients who cannot tolerate conventional iron (ferrous sulfate/fumarate). Advantages: - Better tolerated (less gastritis, nausea) - Good absorptio ...  Read More

Insomnia unable to sleep even after melatonin fir a week and iron deficiency anaemia acc to labs thyroid normal Elevated tlc also.

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My ayurvedic doctor suggest Vidangadi lauh then still pain then he prescribed punarnavadi mandoor. But it cause slight constipation. Which iron tablet should i take.

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both medicine are good for weakness but which disease you are suffering from? ...  Read More

I want to take iron supplement for my iron deficiency bit I am confused should I buy the lupheme iron tablets which are costly or Ihem tablets which are half the price but have the same composition. Please guide me about this

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You can take any ! Nothing to do with price or brand ...  Read More

I got my blood reports and found I have iron, vitamin D and B12 deficiency. Are there any good supplements I can take along with any specific food to maintain the level of iron, vitamin D and B12 in my body.

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calcium taken along with vitamin d supplements in the afternoon & vitamin c taken along with iron supplements in the morning because it’ll help with better absorption of the deficient mineral ...  Read More

Is it necessary to give iron drops to a six month old baby? If yes please suggest a name of iron drops

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As a routine supplementation, we need not give iron drops ...  Read More

We have been giving iron syrup every alternative day to my 3.5 years kid due to low hemoglobin levels. At the same time can we start to give Zinc syrup everyday as my child is hitting with infections frequently and also doctor suggested long back but we have not used ... however, please let us know can we use Zinc syrup everyday along with iron syr

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For immunity booster you can use Laktrum powder. It's very helpful ...  Read More

My haemoglobin is 9.7 and Iron is 20 % transferrin saturation is 5 TIBC is 377 What can I do? Kindly help

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This looks like Iron deficiency Anemia. Iron supplements needed -Orofer Xt for 3 months Further evaluation kindly consult ...  Read More

“My doctor advised giving Gliaren-D tablets on alternate days instead of the Anyday syrup for my 10-year-old kid . My child doesn’t take syrup, so I asked about a tablet so doctor suggested this tablets Is it safe ? Or something else

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No you can give this tablet as 10 year old child can swallow tablets but avoid giving gelatin capsule. ...  Read More

My doctor has prescribed Wedan syrup as a multivitamin for my 10-year-old child. Is there a tablet form available instead?”

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Greetings, if it's multivitamin syrup u can give Zincovit tablet once a day ...  Read More

Already diagnosed with mild antral gastritis post endoscopy and doctor has prescribed esomaprazole, ibset and Mebeverine hydrochloride tablets for one month. Since iron is low doctor has prescribed orofer xt but I heard it worsens gastritis. Already having stomach issues. Please suggest gentle iron supplement which can be well tolerated

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You need to gap between these drugs to better absorption. Take iron supplements after food for better absorption. ...  Read More

My kid aged 3.5 years is having hemoglobin level of 7.9. Doctor recommended iron syrup for the same however my kid is not cooperating to have the same even we have tried many times as she is not cooperating and vomiting. Is there any alternative fruit flavoured syurp or gummies available to treat the same. Thank you

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Hello my doctor prescribed me livogen z tablet due to low ferritin and hb level...my hb is 12 and my ferritin is 40..serum iron-80, transferrin saturation -20,TIBC-380 and UIBC-290..shall I take livogen adult tonic instead of livogen z tablet.. because it upset my stomach alot..my friend who suggested this..I want to know m whether the syrup help f

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Yes , you can use livogen adult iron tonic for the same ,instead of the tablet And it is tolerated a bit better than iron tablets in the gut . However u need to use for longer duration than the table ...  Read More

Hi.. I am.46 years old female Due to low iron levels and ferritin levels (haemoglobin 10) and vitamin b12 I have been prescribed oroferxt syrup (15 ml) for 45 days and becausules capsules / Polybion syrup for 6 weeks But I have also been told by some that these supplements are best avoided Should I take these or avoid Thanks

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Hello, Your body is showing severe nutritional deficiency. Kindly contact for a consultation through practo app ...  Read More

I am currently 27 weeks pregnant... My gynae started my iron and calcium supplements in 5th month...but I had haemorhoids and piles with bleeding issue..so she stopped it ...and I was not able to tolerate calcium... Sometimes I used to have it and sometimes not... In short I have not done any course of both supplements...I am so much worried now ab

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Atleast take folic acid supplements Have milk and dairy products Green leafy vegetables, jaggery and dates Check your haemoglobin, if it's on lower side then injectable iron can be taken ...  Read More

As per my latest blood test reports my Serum Iron is 48 , this is the first time i have got these low levels. I have B12 & D3 deficiency as well, for that i do take medicines - Neurobion Forte & Uprise D3. Can you please prescribe a medicine for iron deficiency.My Hb is 14 and it has always been at the same levels. Otherwise there is no health issu

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You need to complete these deficiencies asap.its causing severe symptoms like weakness,neuropathy, bachache etc. You need to consult me on practo for further management and evaluation. ...  Read More

Hi, Took a blood test in December and found out my Haemoglobin level is 8.8 - My doctor prescribed me Livogen XT tablets but they gave me stomachache. ( I have acidity issues already ) Please suggest any supplements that is gentle on the stomach that can be taken for Iron over the counter.

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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  92469 ...  Read More

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