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Rash& itching on body due to iron tablet
Hi doctor, I am a mother of 4 month baby, during my 3rd month of pragnancy when I started iron tablets it caused allergy to my skin with red rashes and itching, then my dr. changed brand of iron tablet and after changing brand that medicine suites me.
From pragnancy to brest feeding I am taking same iron tablet but now again I am feeling same allergy rashes and itching please suggest me solution as I am a brest feeding mother is it important to take iron tablet daily.
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Dr. Jay Desai
Obstetrics & Gynecology
7 yrs exp
Pathanamthitta
Yes dear.
Iron tablet Ideally should be taken by lactating mothers.
U can consult your GYNAECOLOGIST earliest as he/she is aware of the brand u were allergic to!
So according he/She can help you out further dear
Continue iron calcium protein powder supplements in lactation period
Plenty of fluids throughout the day
Continue Exclusive breastfeeding dear!
Lifestyle modification
Excercise regularly
Avoid stress and anxiiety
Take care
Stay safe 🙏
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u can consume IRON rich food items like green leafy vegetables/dates/jaggery/pulses/cereals/egg/lentils/dry fruits/black grapes/apple/banana along with vit c rich diet ( amla,tomato,lemon, guavas, orange) for better absorption of iron
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