Iron supplement

[Tiny Sue]

I went to the GP Monday evening because I've been feeling a bit poorly. She diagnosed a stomach bug and low blood pressure because I've been dizzy and weak too.

She said that I need to take arnica for mild SPD and take iron.

Does anyone know of an iron supplement that doesn't constipate you? I just got my bowels going to a tune I like ( ) and also (though this is not really an issue as such) I don't want to end up spending a half hour in the loo if I need to leave the classroom. My way to the toilets goes right past the principal's office and he always pokes his head out to see what I'm doing!

Sue

 

[*Kerry*]

My MW recommended Floradix, a liquid iron supplement, as it doesn't cause constipation. It seems to work well with me!

 

[Jaidy]

Not sure Sue, but hope you feel better soon!!!

 

[Tiny Sue]

I actually bit the bullet today and went in to the chemist who recommended something called Spatone, which is basically sachets of iron rich water from a well somewhere in Scotland. You mix it with fruit juice and drink it, basically and it's supposed to be gentle enough. I'll let you all know how I get on!

Sue