Anaemia and difficulty gaining weight can result from vitamin or mineral deficiencies or underlying health conditions. It is essential to consult your doctor for a proper medical evaluation, including blood tests and assessment of overall health, so that an appropriate treatment plan, including diet, supplements, or other therapies, can be prescribed. Do not start any medications or supplements on your own.

Since Livogen is causing rashes, you should stop taking it. We can easily find alternative gentle iron formulations, like carbonyl iron, or explore intravenous iron if needed. However, experiencing blood in your stool and ongoing rashes requires a prompt evaluation by a doctor to find the exact cause and ensure you are safe. Please consult your healthcare provider soon so they can examine you, address the bleeding, and safely manage your iron levels and hair loss.

Nausea is a very common side effect of certain iron types, like ferrous fumarate, during pregnancy. Please rest assured we can find a gentler option for you. You might tolerate generic iron polymaltose complex, ferrous ascorbate, or carbonyl iron much better, as they are typically gentler on the stomach. Sometimes, taking your supplement with a small meal or right before bed can also help reduce nausea. Please discuss these generic alternatives with your obstetrician to find the safest and most comfortable option for you and your baby.

It is actually quite common to experience lingering stomach irritation even after stopping iron supplements like ferrous ascorbate or Livogen. Iron can be harsh on the delicate lining of your stomach, and it can take a few days to a week for the irritation to fully heal and soothe. In the meantime, try eating small, bland meals, staying well-hydrated, and avoiding spicy or acidic foods to let your stomach rest. If the pain is severe or does not improve in a few days, please reach out to your doctor so they can help you find a gentler way to treat your low iron.

For improving blood health, doctors often recommend iron supplements (if low iron), multivitamins with B-complex and vitamin C, or folic acid, depending on your needs. The right tablet depends on what is low, iron, B12, or folate; so ask your doctor or get a simple blood test first to pick the best option safely.

Livogen tablets, which contain iron (ferrous fumarate) and folic acid, do not affect your progesterone levels. Livogen is a nutritional supplement used to treat or prevent iron deficiency and support healthy red blood cells. Since it does not contain any hormones, it has no impact on your body's natural hormone production, including progesterone. You can safely take this medication without worrying about it disrupting your hormonal balance. If you are experiencing any symptoms that make you concerned about your progesterone levels, I highly recommend discussing them with your doctor.