1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. What should my iron level be during pregnancy

What should my iron level be during pregnancy

My iron level is normal and hemoglobin is also 12.8 but my TIBC level is high, then please tell me am I iron deficient or not.

243 Views v

Its normal ...  Read More

My mother's iron level is this please indicate what is to be done Please tell me what to do She is having severe leg pain also

110 Views v

She might need IV iron, need to take a look at hemoglobin levels are well. ...  Read More

My iron levels were 1 point too low before July and ever since July I've been take 120mg of iron supplements a day. Do you think that they would be ready by now or at least close?

162 Views v

It depends on absorption of iron in your intestines, it will be normal if your intestines are good at absorption of iron. In normal and healthy intestines, it will become normal within 3 months. ...  Read More

Which iron tablet is good in pregnancy : orofer xt or ferronomic plus, if someone have low level of haemoglobin.

1253 Views v

Both are fine. As a safe side, please consult the gynecologist ...  Read More

Hi I am in 9th month of my pregnancy . My hb levels are 8.6 . Will it be a concern during the delivery ? Due to low hb I am on iron supplements for last 2 months . Also , when I got the iron studies and serum ferritin tests done which pointed towards iron overload -3x of acceptable value , will it lead to any complications ?

408 Views v

Pls get ur HPLC & Peripheral blood swear done. ...  Read More

Last month his iron level is 22 after taking orofer for one month today iron level becomes 17.his haemoglobin level is 11.7 also he is diabetic patient

215 Views v

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

This is my iron report . ,Plz tell me am I iron defecient or not,my doctor suggested me iron tablet DEXAORANGE for 6 month

194 Views v

Yes..deficient.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Currently 19 weeks pregnant.Have iron levels 13.3 in first trimester .Dr prescribed iron but due to which , getting vomittings. Is it ok to stop taking iron supplements and get these in diet as usual?

265 Views v

You can try diet also but it won't jave much effect in your haemoglobin levels So take injectable iron ...  Read More

Hi ...In routine checkup am having vitamin d and low iron levels Vit D -23 Iron -43 Taking vit d 60k and ferrous ascorbate & folate (1.5mg)...For how many months should I take... As we are planning for pregnancy should I take again folic acid tab (5mg) seperately or 1.5mg is enough for daily dose ? Am attatching the report...Thank you

79 Views v

Kindly connect. ...  Read More

Current iron level photometry is low at 29. What supplements/ food items can bring iron level back to normal?

196 Views v

Supplementation Medication= Tab Socril 1 tab once daily for 2 month straight. Consider doing the same tests again. Diet= Spinach is full of iron. Also for fruit, you can take banana, pomegranate. ...  Read More

I have been experiencing hair-fall since last 2 months. I got my full blood work recently and found out that my iron serum is 59.2, transferrin saturation is 15.8% compared to last year where my iron serum was 98 and transferrin saturation 25.6% Should i be taking supplements?

42 Views v

Hair shedding over a couple of months often follows a dip in iron stores. Your iron and transferrin saturation have come down since last year, so this is worth acting on rather than watching. ...  Read More

Hello my iron serum level is 30.9 and my trasferrin saturation is 8.15 %. I have been prescribed to take orafer xt for one month and magdep tablets for two weeks to help with fatigue with a gap of 2 hours. Its been more two weeks but I do not see much difference in my symptoms then my doctor asked me to take it every other day instead of everyday b

...

20 Views v

Yes one month dose of iron is not enough , you can switch to different iron formulation or you can take intravenous iron ...  Read More

I am facing fatigue and tiredness due to low vitamin D which is 8 and iron levels which is 7.8 and my HB level is 10

68 Views v

Vitamin D 8 ng/mL indicates severe deficiency. Haemoglobin 10 g/dL indicates anaemia, which can contribute to fatigue and weakness. “Iron 7.8” needs clarification—if this is serum fe ...  Read More

Levels of B12 is 105 Haemoglobin 7 Iron is 7 Esr is 85 Ferritin is 2 I have consulted doctor he gave b12 and iron injections How can it be balanced again I have severe hair loss and feeling nervous

88 Views v

Deficiency huge. Go for treatment by doctor. Manage by healthy diet n some medicine. ...  Read More

I have Hb as 9.7 g/dL on 15 May and then 9.6g/dL on 6 june. Three weeks apart. Taking cheri for oral iron supplementation. I am currently in 28 weeks of pregnancy. Doctor has told for iron infusion. Is it necessary ? Will it cause pigmentation?

56 Views v

No iron infusion is not required at 9.7 Iron infusion does not cause pigmentation You first need to rule out thalassemia ...  Read More

Any supplement needed for iron i have seen physician they don't give any supplement is it required to take supplements my b12 also -220

37 Views v

your b12 and iton level are at lower normal range you can take iron and b12 supplements ...  Read More

I recently got a blood test done and my iron levels are at 59, total binding capacity 388, Hemoglobin is 12 and generally I feel bit tired by the evening and don't feel like working .Appetite has reduced over the last few months and am having hairfall. Do all these symptoms indicate an iron deficiency and need of supplements? My B12 is also on the

...

56 Views v

Thank you for asking the question mam! I can understand the situation very well. Tiredness could be due to anemia or low iron as well so many other causes. As I can see, your iron profile is normal b ...  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?

118 Views v

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?

111 Views v

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

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.

380 Views v

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

146 Views v

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

...

155 Views v

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

78 Views v

Continue same ...  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

...

171 Views v

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

...

77 Views v

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.

105 Views v

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

My wife is 8 weeks pregnant.She is 23 yr old and first time pregnant.Her Hb is 7.6. ultrasound report is normal. Other test normal. One doctor prescribed iron(2 times a day),vit C and folic acid. I consulted another doctor, he prescribed Ecosprin and folic acid. Is it necessary to take Ecospirin as online research showed me that it is not necessar

...

69 Views v

Yes its necessary for high risk pregnancy ...  Read More

Recently i took full body check up with blood samples and observed following result- Iron -61ug/dl Vitamin B12- 157pg/ml Vitamin D total-5.73ng/ml This result is below the required range. please suggest how can I boost this level.

49 Views v

Initially you may need medicines for the vitamin d and b 12 deficiencies.Take meganeuron od plus once a day for 2 months,Cap d rise 60000 iu once a week for atleast 12 weeks ...  Read More

How do I bring the ferritinin leveles back to normal? Ferritinin - 21 All other things like Hem, Serum Iron, TSA, TIBC, CBC, etc are normal. Also, last quarter it was around 27 it decreased massively.

228 Views v

It could be due to lack of nutrition in diet Please connect over consultation to help you better ...  Read More

My Hb is 12.8 and Iron level is 48 which is low as per the report's lower range is 50. Ferritin too is 23 whereas the upper is 200. Should i take Ferrous Ascorbate or any other medicine or try to improve with food only? I eat nonveg as well as green veggies atleast twice every week. Dont know why it is low. Rest all nutrition parameters were good

...

49 Views v

Hello You are young to depend on supplements a healthy balanced diet should work You may connect with me on Practo and I can guide you on the foods that need to be included that can enhance the abso ...  Read More

Related Topics:

Iron tablets during pregnancy Thyroid levels in pregnancy Progesterone levels in pregnancy
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Doubts about periods or pregnancy?

Consult with a gynaecologist online

  • Private & confidential
  • Share reports
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Iron iv infusion during pregnancy

 264 Views
As i am 20 weeks 4 days pregnant and i have Hb level 8gm and my doctor advised me to take iv iron infusi ... Read More

Regarding iron test

 251 Views
I want to check my iron level in my body. Could you suggest which test should be done . please suggest me

Have low level of serum iron

 44 Views
I have deducted low serum iron 14 only may i Directly induse iron or will use ferrous sulphate, tell me a ... Read More

Is my iron levels normal?

 279 Views
I tested iron by full body checkup and my levels are serum iron - 59 ug/dL. And they have given normal as ... Read More

Haemoglobin level 6.4 & iron deficiency

 949 Views
My mother has hemoglobin level 6.4 & iron profile deficiency also.is needs blood transfusion Kindly ... Read More