Diseases
elemental iron
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Overview
ELEMENTAL IRON contains 'Elemental Iron,' an essential body mineral. It is a nutritional supplement required by the red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts.
Symptoms
- indication not a disease
Causes
- indication not a disease
Risk factors
- indication not a disease
Diagnosis
- indication not a disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is elemental iron?
ELEMENTAL IRON contains 'Elemental Iron,' an essential body mineral. It is a nutritional supplement required by the red blood cells to carry oxygen to other body cells and tissues. By combining with a protein in the blood called haemoglobin, iron helps carry adequate oxygen to various body parts.
What are the symptoms of elemental iron?
indication not a disease
What causes elemental iron?
indication not a disease
Which medicines are used for elemental iron?
ferrous gluconate, ferrous sulfate
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