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Iron supplement used to treat iron deficiency, typically in capsule form.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ferrosanol Duodenal iron supplement (1 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 10 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 0.5 g
0
KCAL / 0.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 0.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 0.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 0.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 1 g | 0 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 1.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 10 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 10 calories per 100 g.
Take Ferrosanol Duodenal in the prescribed dose with water, swallowing the capsule without chewing it. Follow the package leaflet or your prescription for timing and duration; taking extra capsules will not make treatment work faster.
Yes, if taking it on an empty stomach upsets your stomach, taking Ferrosanol Duodenal with food may be an option. Iron is generally absorbed better between meals, so follow the product leaflet or your prescriber’s directions.
Ferrosanol Duodenal can cause nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea or constipation. If symptoms are severe or persistent, check the leaflet and contact the healthcare professional who recommended it.
Yes, Ferrosanol Duodenal can darken stool; this is a common effect of iron supplements. Seek medical advice if the stool looks tarry or you feel unwell, since those symptoms should not automatically be attributed to iron.
It may take several weeks for iron levels and related symptoms to improve with Ferrosanol Duodenal. How long to continue depends on follow-up results, so do not stop early just because you feel better.
Avoid taking Ferrosanol Duodenal at the same time as tea, coffee or milk, because they can reduce iron absorption. Swallow the capsule with water and leave a few hours between it and these drinks.
No, vitamin C is not required with Ferrosanol Duodenal. It can help iron absorption, but taking the capsule with water is sufficient; do not add a vitamin C supplement unless you have a reason to do so.
Yes, iron can interfere with the absorption of some medicines, including certain antibiotics and thyroid medicines. Do not take them together; the required gap varies by medicine, so check the relevant leaflets for specific timing.
Yes, Ferrosanol Duodenal may be used in pregnancy when iron is needed, but the dose should be chosen for you. Ask your doctor or midwife whether you need it and how long to take it.
Skip the missed Ferrosanol Duodenal dose if it is nearly time for your next one; otherwise, take it when you remember. Never double the next dose, and follow the leaflet if its instructions differ.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.07mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Ferrosanol Duodenal iron supplement is a branded product that provides iron in capsule form. It is a supplement rather than a food, and is intended to add iron to the diet rather than replace meals.
Unlike a drink or tablet mixed into food, it is generally taken as a capsule according to the product directions. Nutritionally, it is not a meaningful source of protein or fat, and a serving is very small. Iron supplements are not a routine fit for everyone, so check the label and ask a healthcare professional whether this product and its directions are suitable for you.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.