Management of anaemia Flashcards
1
Q
How can you treat iron deficiency
A
PO ferrous sulphate/fumarate/gluconate/EDTAte
IV ferrinject
2
Q
what are side effects of iron replacement therapy
A
constipation
abdominal pain
black stools
3
Q
What is the best way to take iron, with or without food
A
without food
although it is better absorbed with acid eg dissolvable vit C
4
Q
what other medications can decrease iron absorption
A
PPI
H2 antagonists
5
Q
what are symptoms of B12 deficiency
A
pallor, fatigue, SOB, myalgia
beefy red tongue
reduced proprioception
6
Q
where is B12 absorbed
A
distal gut - ileum
7
Q
how do you treat B12 deficiency
A
B12 injections (hydroxycobalamin) 3 monthly
8
Q
how do you treat folate deficiency
A
PO folic acid 5mg
