Iron

Book
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan.
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Excerpt

Iron is a mineral essential to the human body. It is administered for the treatment of iron deficiency. It is available in many formulations that belong to the class of iron products. This activity outlines the mechanism of action, indications, contraindications, relevant monitoring, and risk of toxicity. Knowledge of this topic is essential for members of an interprofessional team to provide proper care to patients with iron deficiency and related conditions.

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