ferrous gluconate + lactoferrin

Ferrous gluconate + lactoferrin is a combination supplement used primarily for the treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Ferrous gluconate is an iron salt that provides elemental iron, which is essential for hemoglobin production and oxygen transport in the blood. Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in milk and other secretions, known to enhance gastrointestinal tolerance to oral iron and reduce side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort. The combination aims to improve serum iron parameters, ferritin levels, and hemoglobin concentration more effectively than ferrous salts alone. Lactoferrin may also exert anti-inflammatory effects that contribute to improved erythropoiesis and overall better outcomes in patients with anemia[1][2][4].

Brand names

Pravotin

Other names

lactoferrin with ferrous gluconatelactoferrin-Ain Shams University-iron deficiency anemia