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Heme iron polypeptide Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Heme iron polypeptide is also known as: Proferrin-ES

Heme iron polypeptide Pregnancy Warnings

The manufacturer reports the use of heme iron polypeptide during pregnancy may prevent a drop in hematocrit and hemoglobin levels in the third trimester with daily doses of at least 6.5 mg elemental iron.

Heme iron polypeptide has not been formally assigned to a pregnancy category by the FDA. Animal studies have not been reported. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. The manufacturer considers heme iron polypeptide usage safe during pregnancy.

Heme iron polypeptide Breastfeeding Warnings

There are no data on the excretion of heme iron polypeptide into human milk.

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