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See also: Hematinic Formula, Hemocyte Plus
What is Iron? Iron is an integral part of many proteins and enzymes that maintain good health. In humans, iron is an essential component of proteins involved in oxygen transport. It is also essential for the regulation of cell growth and differentiation. It is available in tablets, liquids, injections, infusions.
Reasons Taken
8 patients in the community are taking or have taken Iron.
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Iron.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Iron or how long patients were taking Iron before stopping.
Currently taking Iron
Stopped taking Iron
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | 1 | 100% |  |
Patient Reported Evaluations
Results from 2 patient evaluations. See the overall results and all individual evaluations.
Efficacy (Effect based on reason taken)
| Major | 100% | 2 |
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Anemia
Side-effects (as an overall problem)
| Severe | 0% | 0 |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate | 0% | 0 |
| Mild | 50% | 1 |
| None | 50% | 1 |
Top reported side-effects include: Constipation, Stomachaches
Summary results are based on 2 individual responses. For more information, see overall results for Adherence, Burden and Cost.
Individual Patient Reported Evaluations (1 of 2)
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- loosewheel
- Mouth/throat: mild
- Arms: none
- Chest: none
- Legs: mild
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by loosewheel
Nov 05, 2008
- EfficacyMajor
- Side-effectsMild
- Anemia
- Advice/Tips
- constipation is eased with a glass of red wine
- See full evaluation
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