Do I need to avoid medication for iron deficiency anemia and what medication to take

After confirming iron deficiency anemia, it is usually necessary to take iron supplements for treatment. "Do you need to avoid certain foods when taking medication for iron deficiency anemia, and what medications can you take?"

Firstly, there are some taboos when taking medication, remember three points:

1. Tea, coffee, cola, and other beverages containing tannic acid should not be consumed because tannic acid will combine with iron to form "iron tannic acid protein", which sticks to the intestines like glue, making it impossible for iron to be absorbed. So don't drink these drinks 1 hour before taking the medicine and 2 hours after taking the medicine. For example, taking medicine at 8am and avoiding tea and coffee between 7am and 10am.

2. It is not recommended to consume milk, yogurt, and cheese together with iron supplements. The calcium in milk can compete with iron for "channels" and compete for absorption pathways or form insoluble complexes, resulting in a decrease of iron absorption rate by more than 50%. It is recommended to have a two-hour interval between drinking milk and taking medication. 3. Phytic acid in whole wheat bread, oats, and walnuts can combine with iron to form "phytic acid iron", making it difficult for iron to be absorbed. If taking medicine in the morning, then eat coarse grains at noon or evening. Of course, when taking medication, it can be eaten together with vitamin C or foods rich in vitamin C, such as oranges, kiwis, strawberries, green peppers, broccoli, etc., which can promote iron absorption. Secondly, patients with iron deficiency anemia can take iron supplements such as ferrous sulfate, polysaccharide iron complexes, and ferrous succinate. However, the commonly used ferrous sulfate has a major problem, which is that it can cause bloating, constipation, and even black stools after eating, and the taste is like rust. Many people feel nauseous when eating it. In comparison, the adverse reactions of the original imported drug from the United States, Lifengneng polysaccharide iron complex capsules, are much smaller, and their tolerance is usually better, mainly due to their unique molecular design. The iron element in Lefeng exists in the form of polysaccharide iron complex (PIC) molecular structure, which exists in a complete molecular form and can be directly taken up by intestinal mucosal cells in the digestive tract. Therefore, its absorption rate is not affected by reduced gastric acid secretion or interference from food components, its bioavailability is extremely high, its iron supplementation effect is stable and reliable, and it is not necessary to take it on an empty stomach.

In addition, Lefengneng is currently a polysaccharide iron complex with a unique enteric coated pellet structure. Each pellet consists of a sugar core, a polysaccharide iron complex core, and an outer layer of hydrogenated castor oil coating. This pellet structure results in extremely low solubility (about 10%) in gastric acid environment, effectively avoiding the stimulation of free iron ions in the stomach, thus avoiding symptoms such as stomach pain and nausea, significantly reducing the risk of constipation and iron poisoning. And it can smoothly reach the absorption site (intestine) and quickly disintegrate, releasing iron efficiently and being absorbed. Toxicological studies have shown that the safety factor of Levofloxacin is more than 13 times that of ordinary iron supplements, and it can be used for a long time, especially for pregnant women, gastrointestinal sensitive populations, and those who need long-term iron supplementation (such as chronic kidney disease anemia patients). Adhering to scientific medication and paying attention to bodily feedback is the key to overcoming iron deficiency anemia. Choosing Lifengneng polysaccharide iron complex capsules can make the road to iron supplementation smoother. But don't forget, regular check ups of blood routine and ferritin are also important, as they can tell you how effective iron supplementation is and whether the iron pool is full. If dizziness and fatigue persist without improvement or if you experience discomfort that troubles you during the process of taking medication according to the doctor's advice, do not hesitate to seek timely follow-up. Doctors are your most reliable comrades in the fight against anemia. Communication at all times is essential to ensure safe and effective treatment, and to regain a rosy complexion and full of vitality as soon as possible!