Question:
I was just diagnosed as borderline anemic...
...and I have a prescription for iron ...In the usage section it says '...better on empty stomach...' '...do not take it within 1 hour before or 2 hours after antacids, eggs, whole grain breads, cereal, milk, milk products, coffee or tea.' also '...do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medicine.' Can I hear some ideas on how you take your iron supplements? Thanks in advance for the info... — California J. (posted on June 25, 2002)
June 25, 2002
I am anemic and I am pre-op. I am so scared that I am going
to have really big problems after surgery. My doc is going
to give me a B12 shot every month, instead of taking the
vitamin by mouth. There is really no know cause that I have
read or heard about from any doctor about why anemia occurs
after surgery, or why it is more likely in heavy people. I
actually get almost like a diabetic fit when my iron levels
go low. I have heard from some health food stores that a
sub-lingual iron is available with a maker. My local
health-food store is searching for it for me. The reason
why sub-lingual works better than the pills that are
swallowed, is due to the fact that the iron liquid is held
in your mouth under your tongue for apsorbing, instead of
in the stomach. I feel for you, I will let you know of the
brand info etc as soon as I find out. -Mary Western Pre0p 284lbs
BMI 43, Surgery Date 7/8/02
— Mary W.
June 25, 2002
I take my iron pill at about 8pm. It's well after I've had my dinner and
long before I go to sleep. I've been on them since December and haven't
had any problems.
— Patty H.
June 25, 2002
Is it ferrous SULFATE? That's the one that is irritating to the pouch. If
so, you might want to swtich to something like Carbonyl Iron, which is
milder, can be taken with food (not caffeine or dairy), and is very well
absorbed. Iron is always taken with vit C, and not with other meds (unless
the pharmacist says it's OK).
— vitalady
June 26, 2002
You hit the nail right on the head... It is ferrous sulfate... I have yet
to take one... I will try it with food first... maybe some applesauce or
crackers... I must admit though I am kinda scared... At almost 3 years post
op I really don't want my pouch upset...
— California J.
June 26, 2002
I have taken ferrous sulfate pre-op and am now taking it post-op. I take
it with a small amount of skim milk at night before I go to bed with no
problems.
— emilyfink
June 26, 2002
Don't take iron with ANY type of dairy product, it blocks the absorbtion of
iron.
— Cheri M.
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