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Regarding Iron Syrup
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My baby boy is 10 months old. Local health worker advised to give my child iron syrup twice a week. Is ik ok or wron to give it to my child.
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Rajat Kumar Das
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It’s totally fine. There is prevalence of 40percent of children between 6 -24 months are anaemic. By government IFA Syp twice weekly started at age of 7 months.
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Continue as prescribed by AWW /ANM
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use only government supply Syrup.
Consultation required if loose motion/ constipation seen.
Black stools are normal
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Yes,you can give- this is part of government program to prevent iron deficiency anemia- known as Anemia Mukth Bharath, because prevalence of iron deficiency anemia is high in our country after 6months of age .
To know whether it's the correct dose mention baby's weight also .
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It's perfectly alright. It's to prevent iron deficiency anemia
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
It's normal
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Can be given.
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Dr. K Srinivas
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Kurnool
we should not take iron supplements directly if any iron deficiency or LBW child den we can use. kindly visit nearby PAEDIATRICIAN
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do visit nearby PAEDIATRICIAN
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Vishal Sharma
General Physician
1 yrs exp
New Delhi
You shouldn't give directly any supplement or medications without any clinical signs or laboratory test which confirms iron deficiency or anemia in the baby.
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To understand better what do's and don'ts to your baby you could consult to a nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Nikhil Rajvanshi
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Bikaner
Thank you for your question. Giving iron supplementation to infants is common in many areas to prevent iron deficiency anemia, which is particularly important for healthy growth and development. The World Health Organization (WHO) and many pediatric guidelines recommend iron supplementation for infants and young children, especially if there is a higher risk of deficiency due to dietary limitations or other factors.
Regarding giving iron syrup twice a week:
It is generally safe if it follows the guidance of a healthcare professional who knows your child's specific health needs.
Iron supplementation is often prescribed when there is a risk of low iron levels, which can be due to dietary factors or developmental needs.
Side effects like mild digestive issues (e.g., constipation or dark stools) can occur but are usually manageable.
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Recommendation: Itâs a good idea to follow the advice of the local health worker if your child has risk factors for iron deficiency. However, if you have concerns or want reassurance, consulting with your pediatrician would be helpful to confirm the appropriate dosage and frequency for your childâs individual needs.
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
KindlY consult once
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Dr. Jyothi
Pediatrician
2 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Please consult online/paediatrician nearby
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