About Ferric
Ferric Citrate is an iron salt of citric acid, used as a source of iron. It is often used to treat iron deficiency anemia, especially in patients with chronic kidney disease. It offers better bioavailability compared to some other iron salts and is generally well-tolerated. Its effectiveness and safety have been demonstrated in clinical trials, making it a common choice for iron supplementation.
Key Information
Compare All Forms
Compare different forms of Ferric by bioavailability, conversion rates, and active ingredient content:
| Form | Tier | Steps |
Elemental Ferric (mg) |
Bioavailability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferric Citrate | Tier 2 | 1 |
16.0%
(400mg = 64mg) |
Moderate bioavailability form. Reliable form that works well but requires 1-2 step conversions by the body. Good balance of cost and effectiveness. | View → |