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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Non-Heme Iron Sources
Heme Iron Sources

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 130s 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

Non-Heme Iron1

VS.

Heme Iron1

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.

Non-Heme Iron Sources

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

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.
Heme Iron Sources

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

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 130s 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

 

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.

Keep out of sight and reach of children. There is enough iron in this package to seriously harm a child if ingested. Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

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.

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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.

Conserver hors de la portée des enfants. Si ingéré, le contenu de cet emballage renferme suffisamment de medicaments pour nuire gravement à la santé d’un enfant. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé ou manquant.

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

 

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