I am pregnant, and because my low blood iron levels (hemoglobin) were not improving, my doctor kept changing my iron tablets from Fenfer XT to Ferronomic Plus, though I felt much better after getting an Orofer FCM injection. Now, a second doctor has prescribed Livozen Z and Macfolate; between Livozen Z and Ferronomic Plus, which is the better option for me to take, and can frequently changing my iron and calcium pills every month cause any harmful side effects during pregnancy? | Apollo Pharmacy

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I am pregnant, and because my low blood iron levels (hemoglobin) were not improving, my doctor kept changing my iron tablets from Fenfer XT to Ferronomic Plus, though I felt much better after getting an Orofer FCM injection. Now, a second doctor has prescribed Livozen Z and Macfolate; between Livozen Z and Ferronomic Plus, which is the better option for me to take, and can frequently changing my iron and calcium pills every month cause any harmful side effects during pregnancy?

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I am pregnant, and because my low blood iron levels (hemoglobin) were not improving, my doctor kept changing my iron tablets from Fenfer XT to Ferronomic Plus, though I felt much better after getting an Orofer FCM injection. Now, a second doctor has prescribed Livozen Z and Macfolate; between Livozen Z and Ferronomic Plus, which is the better option for me to take, and can frequently changing my iron and calcium pills every month cause any harmful side effects during pregnancy?

Asked by Female, 27 · 3 days ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

3 days ago

It is completely understandable to feel concerned, but please be reassured. Switching iron or calcium supplements monthly will not harm your baby. Doctors often rotate these to find a formula that your body absorbs best with the fewest side effects. Between Ferronomic Plus and Livozen Z (which contains iron and zinc), both are excellent. However, Livozen Z, paired with Macfolate (active folic acid), is highly effective for supporting red blood cell production. Since the Orofer FCM injection (ferric carboxymaltose) successfully boosted your levels, your body responds well to direct iron. Please follow your second doctor's current prescription of Livozen Z, as they have tailored this to your latest lab reports.

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I am pregnant, and because my low blood iron levels (hemoglobin) were not improving, my doctor kept changing my iron tablets from Fenfer XT to Ferronomic Plus, though I felt much better after getting an Orofer FCM injection. Now, a second doctor has prescribed Livozen Z and Macfolate; between Livozen Z and Ferronomic Plus, which is the better option for me to take, and can frequently changing my iron and calcium pills every month cause any harmful side effects during pregnancy?

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