How Elemental Iron works

Elemental Iron is an anti-anemic medication. It replenishes the iron stores in your body. Iron is vital for the formation of new red blood cells and hemoglobin, a substance that gives these cells the ability to transport oxygen.

Side Effects

Nausea, Abdominal cramp, Constipation, Epigastric pain, Diarrhoea

Usage

Elemental Iron is used in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia and anemia due to chronic kidney disease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I take iron tablets for life long/ How long can I take iron tablets for?

Iron supplement is advised in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficient anemia till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Can I take iron pills for anemia and iron deficiency?

Yes, iron pills are recommended for iron deficient anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. What can I take for iron supplement?

You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry, seafood or beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas). Iron supplements (tables or capsules) available at pharmacy store are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. What can I take for iron deficiency anemia?

You can take iron supplement (ferrous fumarate/ferrous sulfate/ferrous gluconate) tablets to treat iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Can I take iron with vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid?

Yes, iron and vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid can be taken together. Taking vitamin C and iron together helps the body absorb the iron Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Can I take iron with zinc?

No, iron supplement may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together

Q. Can I take iron with Tylenol?

Yes, patient can take Tylenol (paracetamol) with iron. However, always consult your doctor regarding its proper use

Q. Do iron supplements increase weight?

Taking iron supplements may cause weight gain

Q. Does iron tablets/syrup cause constipation/ acne?

Yes, consumption of iron in any form may cause constipation or acne. Please consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.