Overall management of IDA involves two concurrent processes:

• iron therapy to normalise the haemoglobin and replenish iron stores, and

• determination and treatment of the underlying cause

This section contains information regarding the different treatment options for normalising haemoglobin and replenishing iron stores.

It also covers management of problems with oral iron therapy, including inadequate response to treatment, medication and food interactions, and side effects.

Finally, this section advises on factors to consider when determining the underlying cause of IDA.

 

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