1. Fematin Capsule
Main Ingredient: Ferritin iron (bioavailable iron extracted from horse spleen)
Iron Content: 20mg of iron per 155mg
Features: High absorption rate, minimal gastrointestinal discomfort
Recommended For: Preventing iron deficiency during pregnancy; fast absorption for those with anemia
2. Volgre Capsule
Main Ingredient: Iron-acetyltransferrin
Features: Gentle on the stomach, less affected by food intake
Recommended For: Those who experience gastrointestinal discomfort with conventional iron supplements; suitable for pregnant women with mild anemia or digestive issues
3. Hemocom Liquid
Main Ingredient: Polymaltose iron complex (trivalent iron)
Iron Content: 100mg
Features: High absorption, minimal gastrointestinal discomfort, stable iron supplementation
Recommended For: Fast absorption due to liquid form, suitable from early to late pregnancy
4. Hemocom Plus Capsule
Main Ingredient: Polymaltose iron complex (trivalent iron)
Features: Capsule form is more convenient to carry and consume compared to liquid
Recommended Iron Intake & Supplementation Period
- Daily Iron Intake: 30-60mg; for iron deficiency anemia, 80-120mg
- Supplementation Period: Start from the second trimester (16 weeks) and continue until 6 weeks postpartum
- Tip: Taking with vitamin C enhances absorption
Price Comparison
From lowest to highest: Volgre > Fematin > Liquid types (Hemocom Liquid, etc.)
Summary
- High-dose iron may cause constipation; choose the appropriate dosage for your body
- The later you start, the higher your daily intake needs to be, so it’s best to start supplementing from 16 weeks of pregnancy