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Is Ferrous Sulfate The Same As Iron
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What is the difference between heme iron such as Proferrin, and the more commonly prescribed ones - ferrous gluconate, sulfate?
Main difference: IT'S more expensive! The least expesive (and generally best absorbed in most cases is good"old fashined" Ferrous sulphate! Hope this helps DrZ ...Read more
Ferrous Sulfate (Definition)
Ferrous sulfate is a mineral which is a kind of nutritional agent ...Read more
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What is the difference between ferrous sulfate iron and chelated iron?
Iron: Ferrous sulfate is also known as iron. You can use this as a supplement if your iron level is low- as a treatment for iron deficiency. Iron chelating agent- on the other hand- is used to bind the iron in your blood and then remove it from your body . This will be used if your iron level is too muc/highh- for instance in the setting where you received multiple blood transfusion. ...Read more
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Is Carbonyl Iron same as Ferrous Gluconate Iron and Ferrous Sulfate? Dr prescribed me the last one, (for occasions) but heard the others are better?
Doctor's advice: Go with your doctor's advice. Ferrous sulfate is effective and less expensive. The others are more expensive but not better. ...Read more
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Is iron bisglycinate same as carbonyl iron?
No they are differen: Note are not the same and are dfferent source of iron. ...Read more
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Is Klor-Con the same as potassium iodine?
Potasium: No, klor-con is potassium chloride which is different from potassium iodide ...Read more
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What is the difference between ferrous sulfate & chelated iron?
Iron supplements: Chelated iron has been treated to bind it to an amino acid, supposedly to make it more like that occurring naturally in foods. It allegedly is more easily absorbed through cell walls. Ferrous sulfate is the most common & cheapest iron supplement but may not be well tolerated. Ferrous fumarate is better absorbed, but heme iron polypeptide is well tolerated & absorbed. Vitamin c enhances iron uptake. ...Read more
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What is the difference between ferrous sulfate and ferrous gluconate?
Different salts: It is usually cheaper and more effective to take ferrous sulfate to replenish body stores of iron. ...Read more
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Among ferrous sulfate, gluconate and fumarate, is there any difference in absorbtion and tolerability?
Yes: All these forms of iron have distinct characteristics that affect these areas. Though gluconate and fumarate are more tolerable than the sulfate, they provide a lower amount of absorbable iron. I feel that it is more important to be able to tolerate the form of iron you're taking than how much is absorbed especially if you have any stomach problems to begin with. Good luck. ...Read more
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What amount iron is in a 200mg ferrous sulphate tablet?
40 mg: Ferrous sulfate (US spelling) is about 20% iron. That means that there is about 40 mg of elemental iron in a 200mg tablet of ferrous sulfate ...Read more
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Is ferritin and iron saturation the same thing?
No: Ordinarily these are both measures of one's iron stores, each with its own limitations. Serum ferritin is prone to be too high when you're sick with something else. Transferrin saturation can be elevated after you take a vitamin-with-iron pill. ...Read more
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Is boron chelate the same as borax?
Boron chelate...: Boron chelate is not at all similar to borax. Boron is a metal, chealted so as to be better absorbed by the body. It is an important element in preventing osteoporosis. ...Read more
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Is magnesium chloride the same as magneeium citrate?
Pretty similar: But not precisely the same. Elemental magnesium has a positive charge to it (technically a +2 charge) so the only way to get it into a pill form that you can take orally is to mix it with something that is negatively charged so that the resulting compound is neutral. Chloride and citrate both accomplish this. ...Read more
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What is the difference between folic acid and ferrous sulphate?
Totally different: These are entirely different minerals that are required for proper functioning of your body. Folate (folic acid) is found in grains and leafy green vegetables. It's needed for red blood cell function and neurological health. Iron is a different mineral often taken as ferrous sulfate. It's naturally found in leafy green vegetables, some grains, and red meats. It's needed for red blood cell formation. ...Read more
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Does taking over-the-counter iron pills has the same results as taking prescribed ferrous sulfate?
Depends on...: It will be absorbed in the body the same way, but depending on how low the iron level is, you may need to take the prescription one as this has more milligrams of iron. ...Read more
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Which is better for chronic anemia
1) ferrous gloconate
2) ferrous fumarate
As a supplements for iron deficiency?
Determine the cause: Chronic anemia does not equate to iron deficiency anemia. If you have been found to have iron deficiency anemia, however, there is no real superior supplement. They can be tolerated differently in different people. The most important thing is that you find one that does not bother your stomach, so that you can take it as recommended. ...Read more
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Is the 460 mg of magnesium carbonate in Gaviscon, the same as 460mg of magnesium citrate in a supplement?
Yes & no: Magnesium is the same but the carbonate form is harder to absorb whereas the Citraite is easier & more complete absorption. ...Read more
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I would like to try magnesium supplement. What is the difference between magnesium sulfate, oxide, gluconate and aspartate. Are they all the same?
No: The sulfate & oxide are magnesium attached to inorganic molecules. They are not harmful, but inadequately absorbed. Oratate, gluconate, & aspartic acid are natural organic amino acids, which effect much greater absorption & magnesium release in the body. These organic forms are more expensive but worth it. A formulation that releases about "500 mg of elemental magnesium" is a good daily dose. ...Read more
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Why might a woman be prescribed ferrous fumarate tablets as opposed to ferrous sulphate tablets?
Docs preference: assuming they are treating low Fe , and are following your response, is what most matters. ...Read more
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Is vitamin D3 the same as calcium?
Calcium & vitamin D.: Calcium and vitamin D are different, but they work together as building blocks for our bones. Supplementing calcium and vitamin D can help keep bones strong and hopefully prevent or delay the development of osteoporosis when used in combination with weight-bearing exercise. ...Read more
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What is the difference between magnesium oxide and magnesium citrate? Are they for the same purposes?
Nope: Although both could cause loose stools. Mag citrate is more effective for constipation. Mag oxide is used for muscle cramps and repleting low mag blood levels. Both can increase mag levels in urine which helps fending off kidney stone disease. However, mag citrate is much better bec citrates also prevent kidney stone disease. ...Read more
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