Description
Provides you with a combination of ferrous sulfate (iron) and sodium ascorbate (vitamin C) which helps absorption of the iron. It has a modified-release formula to reduce the likelihood of gastrointestinal side effects.
Ferro-grad C® helps fight the fatigue of iron deficiency with:
– A therapeutic dose of iron (4)
– Modified release formula to help reduce the risk of gastric side effects (5,6)
– 500mg of vitamin C to help your body absorb iron effectively (4)
In an easy to take once-a-day tablet, Ferro-grad C® can be taken for at least (3) months (or as recommended by your doctor) to replenish iron stores. (7)
KEY FEATURES
• 30 modified release tablets
• Provides 105mg of elemental iron and 500mg of vitamin C in a once daily dose(1)
• Each tablet also contains 500mg Vitamin C to aid iron absorption(2,3)
References:
1. Australian Medicines Handbook (online). Available from: www.amhonline.amh.net.au (accessed 2024) – vs Maltofer (ferric iron).
2.Santiago P. Scientific World Journal 2012:2012:846824 – vs Maltofer (ferric iron). Refers to all ferrous forms of iron.
3.Review Article. Ferrous versus Ferric Oral Iron Formulations: A Clinical Overview. Palacios Santiago. The Scientic World Journal, Volume 2012, Article ID 846824. doi:10.1100/2012/84682
4. Pasricha SR et al. MJA 2010;193:525-532
5. Gomez G et al. Br J Clin Prac. 1969;23(10):421-424
6. Webster JJ. Curr Ther Res. 4(4) Apr 1962;130-134 (tabs supplied by Abbott Laboratories)
7. Gupta S et al. Medicine Today 2022;23(3):41-48
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