FerTotal
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of nutritional anemia in humans. It may result from inadequate iron intake, malabsorption, blood loss or increased need, as occurs in pregnancy. Intolerance to oral iron preparations is primarily a function of the amount of soluble iron that reaches the proximal part of the gastrointestinal tract and psychological factors. Side effects include heartburn, nausea, discomfort in the upper stomach, constipation and diarrhea.
What is FerTotal ?
FerTotal is a food supplement based on iron pyrophosphate (LIPOFER®), copper and vitamins, useful in cases of reduced dietary intake or increased nutrient requirements.
The iron contained in FerTotal, adopts an innovative encapsulation technology (liposome). This coating process guarantees a high bioavailability and a better tolerability of the iron reducing the possible irritative phenomena in the gastrointestinal tract. FerTotal is useful to fill food shortages or increased organic iron requirements as in pregnancy, lactation, due to various types of blood loss, anemia due to iron malabsorption and anemia due to infectious diseases.
Indications
FerTotal is useful to fill food shortages or increased organic iron requirements as during pregnancy and lactation, due to various types of blood loss, malabsorption and anemia due to infectious diseases.
Ingredients
Iron pyrophosphate (LIPOFER®) supported on corn starch and sunflower lecithin, capsule: animal gelatin; Vitamin C, Anti-agglomerating agents: Silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate, copper gluconate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folic acid (vitamin B9), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12). Colorant E171.
Dosage
We recommend taking 1 capsule a day at any time of the day.
Warnings
For pregnant and lactating women, it is recommended to consult a doctor. The supplements are not intended as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children under three years of age. Do not take in case of hypersensitivity or allergies to one or more components.
Conservation methods
Store in a cool, dry place at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C, away from light and / or heat sources. The minimum storage term refers to the product properly stored in unopened package.
Package format
Pack of 20 capsules of 515 mg
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