Ferrograd 325mg Prolonged Release 30 Tablets

Ferrograd is an iron supplement that can be more gentle on the stomach than other forms of iron supplement. Ferrograd contains 325mg Ferrous Sulphate in a prolonged release formulation, which provides a more balanced absorption in the body over the day. Ferrograd tablets can be used to treat and prevent iron deficiency anaemia.Ferrograd is an iron supplement that can be more gentle on the stomach than other forms of iron supplement. Ferrograd contains 325mg Ferrous Sulphate in a prolonged release formulation, which provides a more balanced absorption in the body over the day. Iron plays a vital role in production of haemoglobin, which is the oxygen-transporting substance found in red blood cells. If the diet does not contain enough iron, the body cannot make enough new red blood cells. This results in iron deficiency anaemia, with symptoms such as tiredness, palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness and fainting. To treat iron deficiency anaemia, iron supplements such as this one are needed. The increased iron intake allows the body to increase its production of red blood cells. Ferrograd tablets are a ‘modified-release’ form of ferrous sulphate. They are designed to release the iron slowly over the day as the tablet passes through the gut. This may help to reduce the digestive side effects that can sometimes be a problem with iron supplements. However, if side effects are reduced compared to other iron tablets this may be because less iron is being absorbed, because Ferrograd tablets carry the iron into an area of the gut where absorption may be poor. The absorption of iron from the gut is decreased if it is taken at the same time as coffee, tea, eggs or milk. Its absorption is enhanced if it is taken at the same time as foods or supplements containing vitamin C (ascorbic acid). How to Use Adults and children over 12 years of age: Take one tablet daily before food. Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Active Ingredients Dried Ferrous Sulphate 325mg (equivalent to 105mg elemental iron)  Read less