Guest guest Posted October 9, 2006 Report Share Posted October 9, 2006 Thanks so much for all the info. One thing I would like to mention as I am not a person who can tolerate Ferrous Sulfate at ALL - very hard on the system and on the stomach- so I took to taking natural iron - Flora Dex...the absorbtion seems better than the ferrous sulphate tablets...You can get the capsules or liquid Flora Dex at a natural health food store. Just an alternative for those who can't handle the iron pills. I take the liquid (2 Ts a day ) and it tastes like prune juice..My husband likes the capsules better. shalyn > Hey Group: (FYI) > For Iron Deficiency, in addition to the multi-vitamins; Ferrous > Sulfate 325 m.g. which is inexpensive OTC at approximately $2.98+ > per 100 at Wally World (Wal Mart Pharmacy) when written as a > prescription by your PCP. On the shelf it costs less than $10.00 > (go figure). After surgery's, 'me being a person who eats to live' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2006 Report Share Posted October 9, 2006 I was told not to take Tylenol products, but I was wondering about vitamins. I'm afraid to take anything that might interfere with the Gleevec, especially since it brought my count to normal range in 3 weeks. Is it OK to take vitamin supplements with this? Thanks Barbara from Atlanta _____ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of shalyn@... Sent: Sunday, October 08, 2006 11:39 PM Subject: Re: [ ] Re:iron Thanks so much for all the info. One thing I would like to mention as I am not a person who can tolerate Ferrous Sulfate at ALL - very hard on the system and on the stomach- so I took to taking natural iron - Flora Dex...the absorbtion seems better than the ferrous sulphate tablets...You can get the capsules or liquid Flora Dex at a natural health food store. Just an alternative for those who can't handle the iron pills. I take the liquid (2 Ts a day ) and it tastes like prune juice..My husband likes the capsules better. shalyn > Hey Group: (FYI) > For Iron Deficiency, in addition to the multi-vitamins; Ferrous > Sulfate 325 m.g. which is inexpensive OTC at approximately $2.98+ > per 100 at Wally World (Wal Mart Pharmacy) when written as a > prescription by your PCP. On the shelf it costs less than $10.00 > (go figure). After surgery's, 'me being a person who eats to live' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2006 Report Share Posted October 9, 2006 I've been taking plenty of vitamins on Gleevec. I haven't had any problems and don't think there is anything to worry about in terms of drug interaction. Vitamins and minerals are required for proper body function and in my book, a good regimen to get on. Not sure if I'm just lucky, but I've taken vitamin supplements and excercised religiously and haven't had any side effects from Gleevec. > > I was told not to take Tylenol products, but I was wondering about vitamins. > I'm afraid to take anything that might interfere with the Gleevec, > especially since it brought my count to normal range in 3 weeks. Is it OK > to take vitamin supplements with this? > > Thanks > > Barbara from Atlanta > > _____ > > From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of > shalyn@... > Sent: Sunday, October 08, 2006 11:39 PM > > Subject: Re: [ ] Re:iron > > > > Thanks so much for all the info. One thing I would like to mention as > I am not a person who can tolerate Ferrous Sulfate at ALL - very hard > on the system and on the stomach- so I took to taking natural iron - > Flora Dex...the absorbtion seems better than the ferrous sulphate > tablets...You can get the capsules or liquid Flora Dex at a natural > health food store. Just an alternative for those who can't handle the > iron pills. I take the liquid (2 Ts a day ) and it tastes like prune > juice..My husband likes the capsules better. > > shalyn > > > Hey Group: (FYI) > > For Iron Deficiency, in addition to the multi-vitamins; Ferrous > > Sulfate 325 m.g. which is inexpensive OTC at approximately $2.98+ > > per 100 at Wally World (Wal Mart Pharmacy) when written as a > > prescription by your PCP. On the shelf it costs less than $10.00 > > (go figure). After surgery's, 'me being a person who eats to live' > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 9, 2006 Report Share Posted October 9, 2006 > > I was told not to take Tylenol products, but I was wondering about vitamins. > I'm afraid to take anything that might interfere with the Gleevec, > especially since it brought my count to normal range in 3 weeks. Is it OK > to take vitamin supplements with this? > > Thanks > > Barbara from Atlanta When I first started to do to the cancer clinic I was asked for a list of everything I was taking including vitamins. I take vitamins everyday. Next time you go to the doctor take a list of your vitamins. Just about everytime I go into the doctor the nurse will ask me if I am taking anything different. from Oregon > > _____ > > From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of > shalyn@... > Sent: Sunday, October 08, 2006 11:39 PM > > Subject: Re: [ ] Re:iron > > > > Thanks so much for all the info. One thing I would like to mention as > I am not a person who can tolerate Ferrous Sulfate at ALL - very hard > on the system and on the stomach- so I took to taking natural iron - > Flora Dex...the absorbtion seems better than the ferrous sulphate > tablets...You can get the capsules or liquid Flora Dex at a natural > health food store. Just an alternative for those who can't handle the > iron pills. I take the liquid (2 Ts a day ) and it tastes like prune > juice..My husband likes the capsules better. > > shalyn > > > Hey Group: (FYI) > > For Iron Deficiency, in addition to the multi-vitamins; Ferrous > > Sulfate 325 m.g. which is inexpensive OTC at approximately $2.98+ > > per 100 at Wally World (Wal Mart Pharmacy) when written as a > > prescription by your PCP. On the shelf it costs less than $10.00 > > (go figure). After surgery's, 'me being a person who eats to live' > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2006 Report Share Posted December 24, 2006 IRON Essential for metabolism, and the production of hemoglobin. HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, chicory, dandelion, dong quai, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, horsetail, kelp, lemongrass, licorice, milk thistle seed, mullein, nettle, oatstraw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, plantain, raspberry leaf, rose hips, sarsaparilla, shepherd's purse, uva ursi, yellow dock. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2006 Report Share Posted December 24, 2006 Iron is also essential for crisp, smooth pillow cases. <VBG> Sprinkle with lavender water for a good night's sleep. Gayla Always Enough RanchAcampo, Californiahttp://bouncinghoofs.com/alwaysenough.htmlBill Barnhill is our Inspiration! Go Bill!!!aeranch@... ----- Original Message ----- From: Suzanne health Sent: Sunday, December 24, 2006 10:16 AM Subject: Iron IRON Essential for metabolism, and the production of hemoglobin. HERBAL SOURCES: Alfalfa, burdock root, catnip, cayenne, chamomile, chickweed, chicory, dandelion, dong quai, eyebright, fennel seed, fenugreek, horsetail, kelp, lemongrass, licorice, milk thistle seed, mullein, nettle, oatstraw, paprika, parsley, peppermint, plantain, raspberry leaf, rose hips, sarsaparilla, shepherd's purse, uva ursi, yellow dock. Suzi What is a weed? A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered. health/ http://suziesgoats.wholefoodfarmacy.com/ http://360./suziesgoats __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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