What medications should be taken for iron deficiency anemia?
Disease description:
My child is now one year old, and currently, my baby's immunity and overall constitution are particularly poor. After going to the hospital for a check-up, I found out that he has iron deficiency anemia. May I ask what medications should be taken for iron deficiency anemia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
The medications for treating iron deficiency anemia mainly include the following categories:
1. **Iron supplements**: Such as ferrous fumarate tablets and ferrous succinate tablets. These medications effectively replenish iron and correct iron deficiency anemia. Specific dosage and administration should follow medical advice.
2. **Traditional Chinese patent medicines**: Such as Yizhong Shengxue Capsules and Jiansheng Shengxue Granules. These medicines can strengthen the spleen and stomach, and promote blood formation. They are suitable for alleviating symptoms of iron deficiency anemia.
3. **Other supplements**: Such as vitamin C tablets, which can be used with iron supplements to enhance iron absorption. During treatment, patients should also increase their intake of iron-rich foods, such as animal liver, lean meat, spinach, etc.
The above medications and treatment plans should be used under the guidance of a physician to ensure safety and effectiveness.
