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Oral Irons and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Categories

Medications

Kidneys

Attachment

Last Update

November 22, 2023

Extension

.pdf

Print Code

WQ85-1469

Language

English

Creator

Renal Program

Many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) have anemia (not enough red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood). Taking oral irons will give you enough iron to make hemoglobin. The pamphlet explains what oral irons are, how to take and store them, and possible side effects.

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