Ferrous Gluconate

A form of Ferrous

What You Get

400mg Ferrous Gluconate provides 44.0mg Elemental Ferrous

This form contains 11.0% Elemental Ferrous by weight.

Approximately 11% elemental content

Tier 3 - Low Bioavailability 3 conversion steps

Basic/low bioavailability form. Cheap raw material with poor absorption or high GI distress. Often poorly utilized by the body, requires 3+ conversion steps.

Basic/low bioavailability form. Cheap raw material with poor absorption or high GI distress. Often poorly utilized by the body, requires 3+ conversion steps.

Key characteristics:

sulfate

Active Ingredient Conversions

This form provides the following active ingredients:

Elemental Ferrous

Provides 11.0% Elemental Ferrous (mg)

Approximately 11% elemental content

Description

Ferrous gluconate is an iron salt used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia. It is a form of iron that is considered to be gentler on the stomach compared to other iron salts like ferrous sulfate. It is derived from gluconic acid and iron, resulting in a compound that is more easily absorbed by the body.

Dosage Information

Common Dosage
325mg orally 1-3 times daily

Other Forms of Ferrous

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Ferrous Bisglycinate Tier 3
Ferrous Sulfate Tier 3
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