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I've been taking Omeprazole for 18 months for gastritis. I have also been prescribed with iron, ferrous fumerate, as my ferritin level is low. Below 12. I can't seem to get my iron levels up and am always drained and tired. I have a blood test every six months. And I try to have a good diet of iron rich foods. I take the Omeprazole first thing in the morning as directed. Then usually have vitamins and iron after breakfast. Has anyone experienced Omeprazole inhibiting absorption of iron?
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katea007 maisie05
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maisie05 katea007
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Thanks. Yes I do need to discuss with GP. I'm not sure how much I need the omeprazole. Guess I'll know if I stop. Better to get iron levels up and feel stronger.
I've wondered about taking the iron later in the day with evening meal.10 hours after omeprazole.
katea007 maisie05
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My problem was actually low acid as a result of long term anxiety but as low acid gives the same symptoms as having to much acid I had actually been wrongly treat with antiacids. I was severely low with many vital nutrients and vitamins as a result of the wrong diagnosis. I was suffering from hypochlorhydria. (Low acid). The omeprazole was the totally wrong treatment for me but as the symptoms are feelings of indigestion the GP must have thought that I needed antiacids!! I had previously suffered from h pylori too. It would be worth being tested for that with the gp too!
I do know that avoiding calcium at the same time as taking iron can help with regards absorption. Also it's good to take vit c with the iron to assist absorption.
Thank you
Karen
maisie05 katea007
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It does get quite confusing knowing what to take and when! I try to avoid dairy when taking iron and increase Vit C. I've had palpitations which can be a symptom of anaemia, menopause and a side effect of omeprazole! Very confusing knowing what to treat first.
julie37508 maisie05
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maisie05 julie37508
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Thanks for your reply.
It's the only explanation I have for the low iron apart from heavy periods. But I've been taking iron supplements for over a year.
Why did you feel you had to stop taking the omeprazole?
julie37508 maisie05
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Barretts maisie05
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If you visit the free book / website: www DownWithAcid org uk, you will find a chapter on induced hypochlorhydria.
maisie05 Barretts
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