Question:
what is the correct amount of iron you should be taking everyday?

   — lanny6 (posted on July 30, 2009)

July 30, 2009
My surgeon has me on a 65mg iron pill, but then again, I'm anemic. In the paperwork my doctor gave me, it says 28mg. If you don't know the correct amount to take, call your doctor. I'm sure they'll let ya know. Good luck
   — Nina15137

July 30, 2009
It really depends on what your surgeon prescribes but I am taking 325 mg (very anemic). Make sure if it is not contained in a multi-vit that you make sure there is something in your stomach or it will cause some pretty intense cramping, nausea and vomiting. Good luck......
   — karensaporito

July 30, 2009
I found the following informationa and thought it might be helpful: "Iron may not be necessary for every post-op. but it is likely to be needed by most. Carbonyl iron seems to be the best at building healthy ferritin levels(long-term iron stores). Do not go over 200mg unless your docotr recommends it and then tracks your progress. Avoid Ferrous Sulfate. It is known as a GI tract irritant. Do not take iron without talking to your doctor first or at least, withour reviewing your recent labs. It is possible to overdose on iron." Hope that helps!
   — Fircrkr64

July 30, 2009
You don't need to take extra Iron unless you are anemic. You should be taking two chewable multi vitamins daily post op. But check with your doc. Good luck.
   — lesleigh07

July 30, 2009
Have your surgeon or primary care MD check your levels.You may not need any iron.
   — gay56-