Table 3.
Common oral iron preparations.
| Preparation | Dose (mg) | Elemental iron content (mg) | 5000mg dose cycle (tablets) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrous sulphate | 324 | 65 | 75 |
| Ferrous gluconate | 300 | 36 | 140 |
| Ferrous fumurate | 100 | 33 | 150 |
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