Low Iron In Baby even after supplements

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My son is 15 month plus old. He has iron level of 18 as of now. Previously it was 46. We are giving him Tasiron as supplement. What could be the reason for low iron level ?

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Dr. Sunil Parihar Pediatrician 11 yrs exp Ajmer Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sunil Parihar

Pediatrician 11 yrs exp Ajmer

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Give iron suppliments empty stomach. Avoid calcium supplementation with iron. You can add vitamin c supplementation also for better absorption.

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can consult if still in doubt and further workup

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