ferric glycinate

Ferric glycinate is an iron amino acid chelate consisting of iron in the ferric (Fe3+) oxidation state complexed with glycine. It is used as an oral iron supplement for the treatment and prevention of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. By chelating the iron atom with amino acids, the compound is intended to be more stable in the gastrointestinal tract, potentially leading to improved absorption and reduced gastrointestinal irritation compared to traditional inorganic iron salts like ferrous sulfate. In clinical studies, it has been evaluated for its tolerability profile relative to other iron formulations, such as ferrous bisglycinate and ferrous sulfate.

Other names

Iron (III) glycinateFerric trisglycinateIron glycinate