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Posted On : 06 Oct 2004

IS Carbonyl Iron PREPARATION BETTER?

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Answer Discussion :

skywalky

20 years ago

mohamed zaki

yes

20 years ago

pediatriconcall

Carbonyl iron is supposed to be better tolerated in the gastrointestinal system and also has better bioavailablity. There are
several studies that proclaim that, however more studies are required in
children especially indian population to determine its efficacy as
compared to ferrous sulphate. See the following references:

- Devasthali SD, Gordeuk VR, Brittenham GM, Bravo JR, Hughes MA, Keating
LJ. Bioavailability of carbonyl iron: a randomized, double-blind study. Eur J Haematol. 1991 May,46{5}:272-8.

- Gordeuk VR, Brittenham GM, Hughes M, Keating LJ, Opplt JJ. High-dose
carbonyl iron for iron deficiency anemia: a randomized double-blind
trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 1987 Dec,46{6}:1029-34.

20 years ago

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