Lamberts Iron 14mg (As Citrate) 100 Tablets is a food supplement providing 14mg of iron per tablet, in a citrate form that is easily absorbed by the body. Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and to the normal function of the immune system, and the citrate form used here is considered by some nutritionists to be less likely to cause constipation than the more common ferrous sulphate found in many iron supplements.

Key Features

• Iron in citrate form for easy absorption: The iron in this product is provided as citrate, a form that is easily absorbed; some nutritionists consider it less likely to cause constipation than the more common ferrous sulphate.
• Supports energy and immunity: Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and to the normal function of the immune system.
• Matched to women's iron needs: Each tablet provides 14mg of iron, close to the 14.8mg Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for women aged 19 to 49; Lamberts cites data showing 89% of young women have a daily iron intake below this RNI.
• Simple once-daily dose: One tablet a day provides the full 14mg of iron, with no need to split doses.

Why do women often need more iron than men?

The Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) for iron is 14.8mg a day for women aged 19 to 49, compared with 8.7mg a day for men aged 19 and over, reflecting iron lost during menstruation. This product's 14mg dose is close to the women's RNI, and it is popular with women of menstruating age and people who avoid red meat, such as vegetarians and vegans.

Why does this product use iron citrate instead of a more common form like ferrous sulphate?

The iron in this product is in citrate form, which is known to be easily absorbed. Some nutritionists consider this form less likely to cause constipation than the more common ferrous sulphate, which some people find harder to tolerate.

How much iron is safe to take, and what happens if I take too much?

NHS guidance advises that taking 17mg or less of iron a day from supplements is unlikely to cause harm, and this product's 1-tablet, 14mg daily dose falls within that. Taking much higher doses can cause constipation, nausea or stomach pain, and very high doses can be fatal, particularly in children.

Why is it important to keep iron supplements away from children?

Iron can be harmful, and very high doses can be fatal, if taken in excess by very young children. For this reason, this product should always be kept out of the sight and reach of children.

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Active ingredient: Iron (as citrate) 14mg per tablet.

Other ingredients: Dicalcium phosphate, cellulose and modified starch; tablet coating (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, glycerine); anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, stearic acid, magnesium stearate).

Additional information: Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Free from wheat, gluten, barley, soya, eggs, milk, lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, fish, shellfish and yeast.

Take 1 tablet daily. Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light.

This product should be used as directed, alongside the following precautions:

• This product contains iron, which can be harmful to very young children if taken in excess; keep it out of the sight and reach of children.
• This food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
• Do not take more than the recommended dose; NHS guidance advises that taking more than 17mg of iron a day from supplements is not recommended unless a doctor advises otherwise.

Iron supplements can occasionally cause mild digestive effects such as stomach discomfort, nausea or constipation, particularly at higher doses. The citrate form used in this product is considered less likely to cause constipation than more common forms of iron, such as ferrous sulphate. Speak to a pharmacist or doctor if you experience ongoing digestive discomfort.