Question
What medicine should be used for iron-deficiency anemia in children?
Answer
Children diagnosed with nutritional iron-deficiency anemia should be treated with iron supplements. Dosage forms such as ferrous sulfate and ferrous gluconate can be taken. If an oral liquid is being taken, it should be confirmed whether it is an anti-inflammatory medication, and its effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory should be understood. It is recommended that if iron-deficiency anemia is diagnosed, iron supplements should be continued, and regular follow-ups should be conducted. After hemoglobin returns to normal, iron supplements should still be taken for 6 to 8 weeks. Iron supplements should be taken between meals, and vitamin C should be taken at the same time to enhance iron absorption.