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Effective Drugs for Treating Iron Deficiency

Muralinath E., Sony Sharlet E., Sravani Pragna K., Kalyan C., Vinayasree . C, Guru Prasad M., Venkat Naveen A., Sravani ., Archana Jain

Abstract


Ferrous sulfateis usually used iron supplement specifically to treat Iron deficiency anemia. The dosage of FERROUS sulfate is specifically dependent on the severity of anemia and the individual’s age as well as weight. Treatments with ferrous sulfate generally continue for many weeks to replenish iron stores and enhance hemoglobin levels. Side effects of admi situation of FERROUS sulfate include constipation, diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps. Ferrous sulfate can interact with a very few medications and stop their absorption. Health care provider may monitor your improvement by checking your hemoglobin levels. Co consumption of too much Ferrous sulfate CN be harmful particularly I. Children. Store ferrous sulfate in a cool, dry place yearly away from moisture and heat. The dosage. Treatment, side effects, overdoses and storage of ferrous fumarate, ferrous gluconate are almost similar to Ferrous sulfate. Erythropoiesis_ stimulating agents (ESAs) are helpful in the treatment of anemia which can be caused by a very few factors along with iron deficiency. It is finally concluded that iron deficiency is a common health concern that cam result in a range of symptoms and complications. Generally dietary modifications play a role in stopping and managing iron deficiency.


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