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Are generic iron tablets okay to take
I want to take iron supplement for my iron deficiency bit I am confused should I buy the lupheme iron tablets which are costly or Ihem tablets which are half the price but have the same composition. Please guide me about this
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You can take the cheaper one no problem with that
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Hello.. Once you know your body constitution.. it's easy to handle the body system.. connect for more
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Yes you can take cheaper ones. More price doesn't make it more effective
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Consult on app personally regarding detailed history, dietary changes and lifestyle changes needed as per constitution
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You can take any ! Nothing to do with price or brand
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You can request your doctor to prescribe generic medicines. Most doctors will not refuse and can recommend options based on your specific needs—just follow their guidance.
Generic medicines contain the same active ingredient, in the same dose, and provide the same therapeutic effect as branded medicines, so they are a safe and cost-effective option.
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Start by reviewing your blood report before making any decision. Diet also plays a major role in managing this condition.
Health Tips
• Review your blood report before starting any treatment
• Include iron-rich foods:
– Vegetarian: spinach, beetroot, jaggery (gur), dates, legumes etc.
– Non-vegetarian: eggs, chicken, fish etc.
• Pair meals with Vitamin C (essential):
– Lemon, amla, orange, tomato to enhance iron absorption
• Avoid tea and coffee around meals, as they reduce absorption
• Do not take iron along with milk or calcium supplements
• Soak or sprout dals and grains to improve absorption
• For a personalized diet plan, consult a Qualified Dietitian Only
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Its about the intake of iron rich foods which can be help to store iron and supports in various body functions
First, I suggest to include iron rich foods, we will discuss in detail please connect via practo for consultation call
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
5 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Yes , generic iron tablets are absolutely for iron deficiency
Safe options:
Ferrous Sulfate
Ferrous Fumarate
Ferrous Gluconate
All are effective
Iron rich foods daily includes
Spinach , methi , drumsticks leaves
Beetroot
Black chana , rajma , masoor dal
Jaggery , dates , raisins
Sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds
Non veg
Egg yolk
Chicken liver
Fish, chicken
Combine with vitamin C
Improve iron absorption
Lemon, amla , orange, tomato
Avoid :
Tea / coffee
Milk and dairy
Calcium supplements
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
17 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good morning pls try to go in a natural way including iron rich foods into your diet of daily.
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Ms. Swarn Shikha Sharma
Dietitian/Nutritionist
19 yrs exp
Delhi
You can go for generic medicines instead. Also take good care of the diet too to sustain the gained results. Only supplements will not help you
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
Please connect over consultation to help you better for this
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Ms. Ridhima Dhingra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
22 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please share your reports , iron supplements should only be taken under guidance and after confirming a deficiency
Pls check your B12 also
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