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  • Look in the British National Formulary for iron supplements to get an idea of the range available. Look also at the some of the multivitamin supplements available on the shop floor and compare the amounts of iron
  • Would you feel confident in recommending the equivalent dose of another iron containing product to Kirsty? Look at the comparisons in Medicines Complete or in the BNF to improve your understanding
  • Iron supplements are sometimes used for children, but adherence can be an issue. A leaflet from Medicines for Children provides more information
  • Learn about ways in which iron levels can be boosted through the diet from NHS Blood and Transplant
  • Discover what else can cause low haemoglobin levels (and the reference range) from Lab Tests Online.
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