Is iron 325 mg over the counter?

ü If your doctor recommends an iron supplement, ask for the dose in both elemental iron and ferrous sulfate forms (e.g., elemental iron 65 mg [ferrous sulfate 325 mg]). ü Although iron supplements are available OTC, ask your doctor for a prescription so your pharmacist always helps you select the correct supplement.

How do I get 325 mg of iron?

Of the various iron salts available, ferrous sulfate is the one most commonly used. Although the traditional dosage of ferrous sulfate is 325 mg (65 mg of elemental iron) orally three times a day, lower doses (eg, 15-20 mg of elemental iron daily) may be as effective and cause fewer side effects.

Can I buy iron OTC?

Iron supplements are available over-the-counter (OTC) in generic form. Other names for ferrous sulfate are the brand names Fer-In-Sol, Slow Fe, Feosol, Feratab, and many more.

Why do I need 325 mg of iron?

This medication is an iron supplement used to treat or prevent low blood levels of iron (such as those caused by anemia or pregnancy). Iron is an important mineral that the body needs to produce red blood cells and keep you in good health.

Is 325 mg of iron a lot?

Usual Adult Dose for Vitamin/Mineral Supplementation: 325 mg orally once a day. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) of elemental iron is 10 mg for adult males, 15 mg for adult, premenopausal women, and 10 mg for postmenopausal women.

What is the best form of iron supplement to take?

Ferrous salts (ferrous fumarate, ferrous sulfate, and ferrous gluconate) are the best absorbed iron supplements and are often considered the standard compared with other iron salts.

How much iron does an anemic person need?

Most people with iron deficiency need 150-200 mg per day of elemental iron (2 to 5 mg of iron per kilogram of body weight per day). Ask your doctor how many milligrams of iron you should be taking per day.