Anemia caused by iron deficiency is one of the most common pathologies among children and adults. The disease can develop due to a variety of reasons. It is impossible to ignore the characteristic symptoms. Iron supplements and proper nutrition will help to cope with the pathological condition. Consider the most effective remedies that should be used for anemia.
The role of iron in the body
Every day the human body needs certain substances and trace elements to function properly. They are responsible for the functionality of all organs and systems, participate in metabolic processes. Most of these substances enter the body with food.
Iron performs a number of important functions. The main one is the saturation of all cells with oxygen with the help of red blood cells. Also, the element is necessary for the production of thyroid hormones, maintaining immunity and transmitting nerve impulses.
Once in the blood, iron is involved in the formation of hemoglobin - a protein necessary for transporting oxygen. With a low level and a reduced number of red blood cells, they speak of the development of iron deficiency anemia. Symptomswill depend on the degree of development of the pathology. To normalize the condition and eliminate the deficiency of the element, it is necessary to take preparations containing iron.
When is iron needed?
Cope with anemia without special medicines is quite difficult. Most doctors recommend complex therapy to eliminate the disease. Iron supplements are indispensable if symptoms such as pale skin, dizziness, shortness of breath, frequent headaches, insomnia, decreased performance, constant feeling of fatigue appear.
With a moderate severity of the disease, in addition to the listed symptoms, there is dryness of the mucous membranes, a change in taste, a sensation of a lump in the throat when swallowing. A drop in hemoglobin levels leads to extremely negative consequences for the body. Cells stop receiving the necessary amount of oxygen, which can lead to cardiovascular disorders and problems with metabolic processes.
Effective drugs
For the prevention and treatment of anemia caused by iron deficiency, you should take special drugs. Currently, a huge number of medicines are produced, which contain iron. The element is presented in two- and trivalent form. In the first case, the preparation should include ascorbic acid, which promotes the absorption of ferrum from the gastrointestinal tract. Iron in the trivalent form has less bioavailability. It needs amino acids to be absorbed.
It should be taken into account that drugs,containing iron and intended for oral use are absorbed in the body much better than those that must be injected. A pronounced therapeutic effect will have a product that contains from 80 to 160 mg of Fe.
The following antianemic agents are considered the most effective:
- Gino-Tardiferon.
- Hemofer.
- Sorbifer Durules.
- Ferroceron.
- Caferid tablets.
- Ferroplex.
Hematopoietic stimulants for anemia can also be prescribed by a doctor. With a low content of hemoglobin in the blood, it is effective to use the Hemostimulin agent. The instruction recommends taking hematopoietic tablets to activate the process of formation of red blood cells. Other medicines have a similar therapeutic effect: Ferrocal, Ferbitol, Fitoferractol.
Hemofer preparation
Antianemic agent "Hemofer" contains iron chloride and is available in the form of drops. The liquid has a yellow-green color and a characteristic odor. 1 ml of the drug contains a total of 157 mg of ferric chloride tetrahydrate, including 44 mg of ferrous chloride. The medicine is produced in 10 and 30 ml dropper bottles.
Indications for use, according to the instructions, is severe iron deficiency anemia and the prevention of this condition. The drug "Hemofer", the price of which is about 140 rubles, can be prescribed during pregnancy and lactation.
Instructions for use
Dropstake orally 1-2 times a day. The dosage depends on the age of the patient and the severity of the anemic syndrome. Premature babies are recommended to give 1-2 drops per kilogram of weight. Babies of the first year of life are shown to use 10-20 drops of Hemofer per day. For the treatment of anemia in children from 1 to 12 years old, it is necessary to give 30 drops of the drug 2 times a day. If pathology prevention is necessary, the frequency of administration is reduced to one time.
In adolescence, anemia occurs in many children. To eliminate the symptoms of the disease, you should take 30 drops of the medicine at least twice a day. For adult patients, the dosage should be 55 drops.
The maximum dose for adults in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia should not exceed 200 mg, and for children - 3 mg per kilogram of body weight. For prevention purposes, the dose recommended by the manufacturer is reduced by 2-3 times.
It is possible to normalize the level of hemoglobin with the help of the drug "Hemofer" after 2-3 months of treatment.
Before starting treatment with the drug, you must familiarize yourself with the features of the use of the drug. "Hemofer" is not prescribed for patients with serious disorders in the process of digestion and absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Contraindications also include pathological conditions (anemia) that are not associated with iron deficiency or an excess of this element in the body.
With caution, the drug should be taken by patients with diabetes. As an auxiliary component in the composition of "Hemofer" there is glucose. Dropsit is recommended to drink through a straw to avoid darkening of the tooth enamel.
After the normalization of hemoglobin levels, it is necessary to take the "Hemofer" remedy for another 4-6 weeks. The price of analogues of the drug based on ferrous iron will depend on the manufacturer and the form of release of the drug. Only the attending physician selects substitutes, taking into account the characteristics of the patient's body and age category.
Ferroplex preparation
Dragee contains ferrous sulfate (50 mg) and ascorbic acid (30 mg). This anti-anemic agent belongs to hematopoiesis stimulants and is able to compensate for the lack of iron in the body. The assimilation of the element, especially with various disorders in the digestive system, is facilitated by ascorbic acid.
Contraindications include hypersensitivity to the constituent components, bleeding, aplastic anemia, resection of the stomach, children under 4 years of age. With caution, the drug is prescribed to persons with a duodenal ulcer or stomach ulcer.
Take Ferroplex dragees 2 hours before meals or one hour after meals. The dosage depends on the severity of the anemia. The minimum dose is 150 mg, the maximum is 300 mg per day.
Peculiarities of treatment of children and pregnant women
The drug can be prescribed for the treatment of children from 4 years. According to the instructions, Ferroplex is given to babies 1 tablet three times a day. The dosage can be increased only after consulting a doctor. To reduce the risk of side effects, a specialist can choosean individual regimen for taking an iron-containing medication.
For the prevention of iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women, it is recommended to take 1 tablet of Ferroplex per day.
Side effects
Doctors warn that with the right dosage, the iron preparation does not cause side effects and is well tolerated by the body. In the case of self-medication and exceeding the required dose, a number of negative consequences may develop. These include digestive disorders, abdominal pain, in addition, the color of feces changes, nausea, vomiting (sometimes even streaked with blood) appears.
In the most severe cases, loss of consciousness, development of jaundice, convulsions, shock, drowsiness are recorded. In the absence of adequate therapy, the patient may fall into a coma. Also, this condition is fatal.
According to the reviews, the drug is quite effective and efficient. If Ferroplex is taken as prescribed by a specialist and adheres to the recommended treatment regimen, the remedy will not cause adverse reactions.
Hematopoietic stimulants
In case of anemia caused by abnormalities in hematopoiesis, one should take medicines that can normalize this process. Iron preparations are preferably taken orally. The stimulator of hematopoiesis, necessary to eliminate the pathological condition, is iron ferrous lactate.
The drug contains ferrous iron. It is taken orally 3-5 times a day for 1 g. Additionally, you need to take ascorbic acid. As with other iron preparations, it may cause side effects if treatment recommendations are not followed.
Fitoferrolactolol tablets also belong to the group of hematopoietic stimulants. They are recommended to be taken by patients with problems with the nervous system in combination with anemia. The drug is taken on a tablet three times a day. It is not recommended to exceed the indicated dosage.
Ferrocal tablets are a combined anti-anemic agent. They take a medicine based on ferrous sulfate for hypochromic anemia, asthenia, general loss of strength. Any medication is prescribed only by a specialist.
Ferroceron preparation
Ferroceron is a hematopoietic stimulator based on the sodium s alt of ortho-carboxybenzoylferrocene. The instruction recommends taking it in combination with other medicines of a similar therapeutic effect to compensate for the lack of iron in the body and prevent an anemic condition.
The active ingredients of the drug are rapidly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. The manufacturer recommends taking the drug at 0.3 g at least three times a day. The duration of treatment is at least 1 month.
Contraindications to the appointment of "Ferroceron" are the following pathologies:
- hemolytic anemia (caused by increased breakdown of red blood cells);
- hemochromatosis (impaired metabolism of iron-containing pigments);
- chronic hemolysis;
- leadanemia;
- chronic gastritis, ulcer;
- enteritis.
In the first days of taking the pills, attacks of nausea and vomiting may occur. Side effects also include urine staining red, which is caused by partial excretion of the drug through the kidneys. During the period of drug therapy, it is forbidden to take hydrochloric and ascorbic acid.
Ferbitol: instructions for use
With hypochromic anemia, hematopoietic stimulants must be included in the therapy without fail. Such drugs stimulate the synthesis of hemoglobin and activate the process of formation of red blood cells. They are prescribed for various types of iron deficiency anemia. Ferbitol belongs to this group of medicines.
The drug is available in the form of a dark brown injection solution, which contains an iron sorbitol complex. Indications for the use of an iron preparation are the states of iron deficiency anemia caused by gastrogenic, post-hemorrhagic causes. The remedy will also be effective for anemia not associated with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
The product is administered intramuscularly, 2 ml every day. For children, the dosage is reduced to 0.5-1 ml per day. The full course of treatment with the drug should be 15-30 injections. In order to prevent anemia, it is recommended to inject 2 ml of the drug several times a month.
Gino-Tardiferon
Prolonged-release tablets contain ferrous sulfate and folic acid. According to reviews, this is one of the most effective drugs for the treatmentiron deficiency anemia in patients of different age categories. High therapeutic efficacy is achieved due to the mucoprotease in the composition of the drug. The substance enhances the bioavailability of the element.
Absorption of the components of the drug in the small intestine occurs gradually. This is possible due to the neutral shell, which protects the gastric mucosa from irritation and minimizes the possibility of side effects from the digestive tract: flatulence, abdominal pain, nausea, stool disorders.
How to take?
The instruction recommends taking iron supplements before meals. Take the tablets with plenty of clean water. They are not chewed and not divided. Taking "Gino-Tardiferon" for the treatment of anemia, you should drink 2 tablets at a time. If it is necessary to prevent a pathological condition, the dose is halved, that is, up to 1 tablet per day.
The duration of the course of therapy is calculated individually. Often, to normalize the level of hemoglobin and the disappearance of symptoms of anemia, the drug is recommended to be taken within two to three months. The drug can be taken by pregnant women to reduce the risk of fetal hypoxia.
An overdose of the drug is fraught with serious consequences: a decrease in blood pressure, convulsions, drowsiness, necrosis of the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract, shock.
Aloe (syrup) with iron
Syrup-like liquid containing aloe vera juice, ferrous chlorideiron, citric and hydrochloric acid are prescribed to eliminate anemia caused by iron deficiency. Aloe with iron refers to the means that stimulate hematopoiesis. The drug will be effective for intoxication of the body, radiation sickness, anemia and asthenic syndrome.
The product must be diluted in 50 ml of pure water before taking. No more than 1 teaspoon of syrup can be taken at a time. It is indicated to take the drug at least 3 times a day. It should be remembered that aloe has its contraindications, which should be considered.
