PRODUCT INFORMATION

First heme iron brand in Canada that offers:

Elemental
Heme Iron

One Capsule
Daily

Affordable
Cost

Gluten
Free

Non-GMO+

Free
of HVO•

+Genetically Modified Organism
•Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Recognized by Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada
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Dried Beans

Peas

Eggs

Vegetables

Fruits

Dairy
Derived from plant based foods:
Beans, peas, lentils, some vegetables, fruits, eggs and milk/dairy

Beef

Pork

Fish

Poultry

Shrimp

Sardines
Derived from hemoglobin and myoglobin of animal food sources:
Present in meat, poultry, seafood and fish
Non-heme iron needs to be converted to a soluble ferrous form before uptake. Due to low absorption, reactive free iron ions remain in the gut which cause gastrointestinal side-effects (nausea, vomiting, gastric pain, diarrhea and constipation).

Absorption is influenced by meal composition and gastric acid.1
Heme iron is absorbed as a whole unit.
No free iron ions are present in the gut.
Unabsorbed heme will not cause side-effects.

Absorption NOT influenced by meal composition and gastric acid.1
1 Monsen ER. Iron nutrition and absorption: dietary factors which impact iron bioavailability. J Am Diet Assoc. 1988 Jul;88(7):786-90. PMID: 3290310.
WHERE TO PURCHASE
Find HEMAFORTE 1™ at pharmacies behind the counter without a prescription. HEMAFORTE 1™ is
available across Canada. If your pharmacy does not have HEMAFORTE 1™ please ask your pharmacist to
order through a pharmacy wholesaler with the product codes.
Wholesaler | HEMAFORTE 1™ 30s | HEMAFORTE 1™ 60s |
---|---|---|
McKesson | 146492 | 146497 |
Kohl & Frisch | 162324 | 162325 |
Jean Coutu | 753627 | 753630 |
Familiprix | 126720 | 126721 |
Non-Heme Iron
VS.
Heme Iron

Dried Beans

Peas

Eggs

Vegetables

Fruits

Dairy
Derived from plant-based foods and animal products:
Dried beans, peas, lentils, some vegetables,
fruits and eggs, milk/dairy

Beef

Pork

Fish

Poultry

Shrimp

Sardines
Natural component of hemoglobin:
Present in meat, poultry, seafood and fish
VS.


Non-heme iron needs to be converted to a soluble ferrous form before uptake. Due to low absorption, reactive free iron ions remain in the gut which cause gastrointestinal side-effects (nausea, vomiting, gastric pain, diarrhea and constipation).

Absorption is influenced by
meal composition and gastric acid.
Heme iron is absorbed as a whole unit.
No free iron ions are present in the gut.
Unabsorbed heme will not cause side-effects.

Absorption NOT influenced by
meal composition and gastric acid.

Dried Beans

Peas

Eggs

Vegetables

Fruits

Dairy
Derived from plant-based foods and animal products:
Dried beans, peas, lentils, some vegetables,
fruits and eggs, milk/dairy

Non-heme iron needs to be converted to a soluble ferrous form before uptake. Due to low absorption, reactive free iron ions remain in the gut which cause gastrointestinal side-effects (nausea, vomiting, gastric pain, diarrhea and constipation).

Absorption is influenced by
meal composition and gastric acid. 1

Beef

Pork

Fish

Poultry

Shrimp

Sardines
Natural component of hemoglobin:
Present in meat, poultry, seafood and fish

Heme iron is absorbed as a whole unit.
No free iron ions are present in the gut.
Unabsorbed heme will not cause side-effects.

Absorption NOT influenced by
meal composition and gastric acid. 1
WHERE TO PURCHASE
Find HEMAFORTE 1™ at pharmacies behind the counter without a prescription. HEMAFORTE 1™ is
available across Canada. If your pharmacy does not have HEMAFORTE 1™ please ask your pharmacist to
order through a pharmacy wholesaler with the product codes.
Wholesaler | HEMAFORTE 1™ 30s | HEMAFORTE 1™ 60s |
---|---|---|
McKesson | 146492 | 146497 |
Kohl & Frisch | 162324 | 162325 |
Jean Coutu | 753627 | 753630 |
Familiprix | 126720 | 126721 |
Products Facts | |
Medicinal Ingredients | Each capsule contains Elemental Iron (Heme Iron Polypeptide) 35 mg |
Uses | Helps to prevent or treat iron deficiency anemia |
Warnings
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Do not use if you have allergy to cow products. A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare. Hypersensitivity has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Some people may experience constipation, diarrhea, stomach/abdominal cramping and vomiting. Iron may cause your stools to turn black, an effect that is not harmful.
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Direction of Use |
Take one (1) capsule once daily, or as recommended by a health care provider. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products. Take with food. Consult your health care provider prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, have a medical condition, or when taking other medication. |
Storage | Keep container tightly closed. Store between 15°C to 30°C. |
Non-Medicinal Ingredients |
Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Blue No.1, FD&C Red No. 3, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6. |
Questions | Call 1-888-292-3192 |
Info-produit | |
Ingrédient médicinaux | Chaque gélule contient du fer élémentaire (polypeptide de fer hémique) 35 mg |
Usages | Aide à prévenir ou à traiter l’anémie ferriprive |
Mises en garde |
Ne prenez pas ce produit si vous êtes allergique aux produits provenant de la vache. Les réactions allergiques très graves à ce produit sont rares. Des réactions d’hypersensibilité ont été relevées; dans de tels cas, il faut cesser de prendre le médicament. La constipation, la diarrhée, des crampes d’estomac/abdominales et des vomissements peuvent survenir. Le fer peut colorer les selles en noir, un effet qui n’est pas nocif.
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Direction of Use | Prendre une (1) capsule une fois par jour ou selon les directives d’un professionnel de la santé. Prendre quelques heures avant ou après avoir pris d’autres médicaments ou des produits de santé naturels. Prendre avec des aliments. Avant l’utilisation, consultez votre fournisseur de soins de santé si vous êtes enceinte ou si vous allaitez, si vous avez un problème de santé ou lorsque vous prenez un médicament. |
Storage | Garder le contenant hermétiquement fermé. Conserver à une température de 15 °C à 30 °C. |
Non-Medicinal Ingredients |
Gélatine, stéarate de magnésium, cellulose microcristalline, dioxyde de titane, FD&C bleu no 1, FD&C rouge no 3, FD&C rouge no 40, FD&C jaune no 6. |
Questions | Call 1-888-292-3192 |