Iron is a critical component of the body.
Its primary role is to store and transport iron (as myoglobin and hemoglobin) throughout the body.
In an iron-deficient state, hemoglobin cannot be synthesized, with resultant microcytic anemia due to the formation of small erythrocytes
Thus iron supplements could be used in cases of Iron deficiency anemia

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Help you fulfill your nutritional needs and support your everyday health and wellbeing
This product contains iron. Medicines that contain iron are used when you do not have enough iron in your body. This is called “iron deficiency”.
Used in the prevention and treatment of all kinds of iron deficiencies, particularly iron-deficiency anemia.

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Eating more foods that contain iron. Good sources of iron include meat, fish, eggs, beans, and peas
Eating more foods with vitamin C. Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron. Good sources of vitamin C include oranges, broccoli, and tomatoes. Vitamin C is present in many supplements like C-Ronz Vitamin C
Avoid drinking coffee or tea with meals. These drinks make it harder for your body to absorb iron.
Be aware that anemia has different types & treatment sometimes may require Folic acid or Vitamin B complex so always check your lab values and ask your physician

If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
If you suffer from hepatic disease
If you suffer from renal impairment
If you suffer from any cardiac disease
If you suffer from bronchial asthma
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
If you have had a gastrectomy (operation to remove all or part of the stomach)
If you suffer from diabetes
If you have suffered from inflammatory bowel disease
If you suffer from the diverticular disease (where pouches form in the bowel wall)
If you suffer from iron overload
If you suffer from intestinal strictures (abnormal narrowing of the bowel often caused by inflammation)
If you have a coexisting deficiency of vitamin B12 or folic acid since combined deficiency produces microcytic blood film
If you have difficulties swallowing tablets or capsules

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

According to Mount Sinai New York
The normal value of Iron is: 60 to 170 micrograms per deciliter (mcg/dL), or 10.74 to 30.43 micromoles per liter (micromol/L)
Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Talk to your provider about the meaning of your test results.

Ferinject, Vial Iron Supplement - 1 Vial

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