A 72-year-old woman has microcytic anaemia (Hb 90 g/L, MCV 70 fL) and low ferritin. She takes omeprazole long-term. First-line iron therapy?...

Question

A 72-year-old woman has microcytic anaemia (Hb 90 g/L, MCV 70 fL) and low ferritin. She takes omeprazole long-term. First-line iron therapy?

Accepted Answer

Ferrous fumarate 210 mg BD

Answer

Ferrous sulfate 200 mg TDS

Answer

Ferric maltol

Answer

IV iron immediately

Answer

Dietary advice only

mrcgp akt MCQ (SBA): Iron Deficiency Anaemia