A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO IRON SUPPLEMENTATION

FERAPRO, originally formulated by compounding pharmacist Bob Mehr in 1997 and formerly known as BOB'S IRON FORMULA, is a holistic blend of iron, vitamins, and cofactors to prevent and/or treat iron deficiency anemia. The absorption and tolerability of the iron in this blend are enhanced by vitamin C and glycine, while the active forms of vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) and folate (5-MTHF) support the growth and function of healthy red blood cells.

Gentle and Effective
FERAPRO has been proven to gently and effectively increase serum ferritin levels faster than polysaccharide iron supplements. Patients report less constipation, nausea and upset stomach with FERAPRO when compared to other commonly prescribed brands of iron supplements in Canada.

Long History of Success
FERAPRO, formerly known as Bob’s Iron Formula, has been perfected over 20 years of research and patient and practitioner feedback to optimize oral iron therapy, and improve patient outcomes.

Highest Dose in the Market 
FERAPRO is the only ferrous (Fe2+) iron supplement that offers 150mg elemental iron as a single dose once per day, which is the optimal regimen for maximum absorption.   It is also available in 30mg and 75mg elemental iron per capsule dosages for individualized dosing.

NOTE:  As per the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act, this Iron Formula is a schedule II drug that requires professional intervention from the pharmacist at the point of sale. While a prescription is not required, this supplement is only available through a pharmacist. After placing your order online, you will receive a call from one of our licensed pharmacists for a quick teleconsultation. Your order will be shipped out after you have completed the teleconsultation.

NPN: 80087006

• Formerly Known as BOB'S IRON FORMULA
  
• 20 Years of Proven Success in Over 30,000 Patients
  
• Available in 3 Strengths for Individualized Dosing (30mg, 75mg, and 150mg of Elemental Iron Per Capsule)
  
• Reduced Side Effects Such as Constipation and Upset Stomach
  
• Vegan Formulation
  
• Corn-free
• Dairy-free
• Gluten-free
  
• Free of Dyes, Preservatives, and Unwanted Fillers
• Environmentally Friendly Glass Bottle Packaging
• Available in Child Resistant Packaging

Each veg-capsule contains:
Medicinal ingredients: Iron (from ferrous fumarate) 150mg, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 350mg, vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 1000mcg, folate (l-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 80mcg and glycine 100mg.

• Elemental Iron (from Ferrous Fumarate)..........................150mg
  Ferrous Fumarate provides ferrous (Fe2+) iron, which is more bioavailable than ferric (Fe3+) iron found in polysaccharide iron supplements. It also has the highest elemental iron content of available oral iron salts which allows for once a day dosing.
  
  
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).................................................350mg
  The enzyme ascorbate ferrireductase (DcytB) uses Vitamin C to enhance non-heme iron bioavailability by 1.5 to 10-fold. The addition of Vitamin C allows for optimal absorption without having to take additional tablets.
  
  
• Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)....................................1000mcg
  Methylcobalamin, the active form of vitamin B12, is required for the proper development of red blood cells. Methylcobalamin is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cells. 
  
  
• Folate (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate)................................80mcg
  5-MTHF, the active form of folic acid, is required for proper development of red blood cells. 5-MTHF is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cell.

*Note that a small but significant percentage of patients may be poor methylators due to the MTHFR gene mutation, and cannot efficiently convert folic acid to the biologically active 5-MTHF. Supplying folate already in its biologically active form is especially important, given the prevalence of the MTHFR gene mutation.

• Glycine............................................................................100mg
  Glycine is an amino acid that forms a chelate complex with iron, increasing its tolerability without hindering absorption. This increases the likelihood of patient adherence, thereby reducing the need for more invasive parenteral iron therapy.

Non-medicinal ingredients:  Hypromellose.

Unlike other iron supplement products on the market, which generally have a long list of fillers, binders, and colouring agents, FERAPRO® has only one non-medicinal ingredient, hypromellose, which plays a crucial role in the delivery of the active ingredients.

Take 1 capsule daily with food or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications.

FERAPRO should be taken orally with food to lessen gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramping.

Certain foods and beverages, when combined with iron, can reduce its absorption. To ensure you get the full benefit from your iron supplement, avoid the following for at least 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking your iron supplement:

• Leafy green vegetables
• Tea and coffee
• Dairy products
• Eggs
• Calcium-/magnesium-containing supplements and antacids
• Fibre-rich meals

Check with your pharmacist to see if your iron supplement should be spaced apart from other medications you may be taking. Remember, making dietary changes to include more heme or non-heme iron is an effective and important part of maintaining a healthy supply of iron for your red blood cells. See our Food Sources of Iron insert for more information about managing iron deficiency and tips for maintaining healthy body iron stores.

When will I feel better?

Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia may include fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath, pale skin, and hair loss. When treated appropriately with iron supplementation, these symptoms should resolve within 2 to 4 months, although iron therapy may be required for another 4 to 6 months to replenish iron stores.

Keep out of reach of children. There is enough iron in this package to seriously harm a child. FERAPRO should only be used under the care and supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.

• Consult a healthcare practitioner for prolonged use such as beyond 2 months.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have peptic ulcer disease, regional enteritis, or ulcerative colitis.

Be sure to only take the recommended dose of iron. Too much iron can be toxic. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of iron - call your doctor, a poison control centre, or the nearest hospital emergency room at once. Early signs of iron overdose may not appear for up to 60 minutes or more. Do not delay going to the emergency room while waiting for signs to appear.

Store at room temperature (15°C to 30°C).

A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO IRON SUPPLEMENTATION

FERAPRO, originally formulated by compounding pharmacist Bob Mehr in 1997 and formerly known as BOB'S IRON FORMULA, is a holistic blend of iron, vitamins, and cofactors to prevent and/or treat iron deficiency anemia. The absorption and tolerability of the iron in this blend are enhanced by vitamin C and glycine, while the active forms of vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) and folate (5-MTHF) support the growth and function of healthy red blood cells. 


NOTE:  As per the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act, this Iron Formula is a schedule II drug which requires professional intervention from the pharmacist at the point of sale. While a prescription is not required, this supplement is only available through a pharmacist. After placing your order online, you will receive a call from one of our licensed pharmacists for a quick teleconsultation. Your order will be shipped out after you have completed the teleconsultation.

NPN: 80087009

• Formerly Known as BOB'S IRON FORMULA
  
• 20 Years of Proven Success in Over 30,000 Patients
• Available in 3 Strengths for Individualized Dosing (30mg, 75mg, and 150mg of Elemental Iron Per Capsule)
• Reduced Side Effects Such as Constipation and Upset Stomach
• Vegan Formulation
• Corn-free
• Dairy-free
• Gluten-free
• Free of Dyes, Preservatives, and Unwanted Fillers
• Environmentally Friendly Glass Bottle Packaging
• Available in Child Resistant Packaging

Each veg-capsule contains:
Medicinal ingredients: Iron (from ferrous fumarate) 75mg, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 175mg, vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 1000mcg, folate (l-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 80mcg and glycine 100mg.

• Elemental Iron (from Ferrous Fumarate)..........................75mg
  Ferrous Fumarate provides ferrous (Fe2+) iron, which is more bioavailable than ferric (Fe3+) iron found in polysaccharide iron supplements. It also has the highest elemental iron content of available oral iron salts which allows for once a day dosing.
  
  
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).................................................175mg
  The enzyme ascorbate ferrireductase (DcytB) uses Vitamin C to enhance non-heme iron bioavailability by 1.5 to 10-fold. The addition of Vitamin C allows for optimal absorption without having to take additional tablets.
  
  
• Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)....................................1000mcg
  Methylcobalamin, the active form of vitamin B12, is required for the proper development of red blood cells. Methylcobalamin is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cells. 
  
  
• Folate (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate)................................80mcg
  5-MTHF, the active form of folic acid, is required for proper development of red blood cells. 5-MTHF is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cell.

*Note that a small but significant percentage of patients may be poor methylators due to the MTHFR gene mutation, and cannot efficiently convert folic acid to the biologically active 5-MTHF. Supplying folate already in its biologically active form is especially important, given the prevalence of the MTHFR gene mutation.

• Glycine............................................................................100mg
  Glycine is an amino acid that forms a chelate complex with iron, increasing its tolerability without hindering absorption. This increases the likelihood of patient adherence, thereby reducing the need for more invasive parenteral iron therapy.

Non-medicinal ingredients: Hypromellose.

Unlike other iron supplement products on the market, which generally have a long list of fillers, binders, and colouring agents, FERAPRO® has only one non-medicinal ingredient, hypromellose, which plays a crucial role in the delivery of the active ingredients.

Take 1 capsule daily with food or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications.

FERAPRO should be taken orally with food to lessen gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramping.

Certain foods and beverages, when combined with iron, can reduce its absorption. To ensure you get the full benefit from your iron supplement, avoid the following for at least 1 hour before and 2 hours after taking your iron supplement:

• Leafy green vegetables
• Tea and coffee
• Dairy products
• Eggs
• Calcium-/magnesium-containing supplements and antacids
• Fibre-rich meals

Check with your pharmacist to see if your iron supplement should be spaced apart from other medications you may be taking. Remember, making dietary changes to include more heme or non-heme iron is an effective and important part of maintaining a healthy supply of iron for your red blood cells. See our Food Sources of Iron insert for more information about managing iron deficiency and tips for maintaining healthy body iron stores. 

When will I feel better? 
Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia may include fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath, pale skin, and hair loss. When treated appropriately with iron supplementation, these symptoms should resolve within 2 to 4 months, although iron therapy may be required for another 4 to 6 months to replenish iron stores.

Keep out of reach of children. There is enough iron in this package to seriously harm a child. FERAPRO should only be used under the care and supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.

• Consult a healthcare practitioner for prolonged use such as beyond 2 months.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have peptic ulcer disease, regional enteritis, or ulcerative colitis.

Be sure to only take the recommended dose of iron. Too much iron can be toxic. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of iron - call your doctor, a poison control center, or the nearest hospital emergency room at once. Early signs of iron overdose may not appear for up to 60 minutes or more. Do not delay going to the emergency room while waiting for signs to appear. 

Store at room temperature (15°C to 30°C).

A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO IRON SUPPLEMENTATION

Also available in two other strengths: FERAPRO 150MG  & FERAPRO 75MG

FERAPRO, originally formulated by compounding pharmacist Bob Mehr in 1997 and formerly known as BOBS IRON FORMULA, is a holistic blend of iron, vitamins, and cofactors to prevent and/or treat iron deficiency anemia.

The absorption and tolerability of the iron in this blend are enhanced by vitamin C and glycine, while the active forms of vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) and folate (5-MTHF) support the growth and function of healthy red blood cells. 

NOTE:  As per the Pharmacy Operations and Drug Scheduling Act, this Iron Formula is a schedule II drug that requires professional intervention from the pharmacist at the point of sale. While a prescription is not required, this supplement is only available through a pharmacist. After placing your order online, you will receive a call from one of our licensed pharmacists for a quick teleconsultation. Your order will be shipped out after you have completed the teleconsultation. 

• Formerly Known as BOB’S IRON FORMULA
• 20 Years of Proven Success in Over 30,000 Patients
• Available in 3 Strengths for Individualized Dosing (30mg, 75mg, and 150mg of Elemental Iron Per Capsule)
• Reduced Side Effects Such as Constipation and Upset Stomach
• Vegan Formulation
• Corn-free
• Dairy-free
• Gluten-free
• Free of Dyes, Preservatives, and Unwanted Fillers
• Environmentally Friendly Glass Bottle Packaging
• Available in Child Resistant Packaging

NPN: 80087115

Each veg-capsule contains:

Medicinal Ingredients:  Iron (from ferrous fumarate) 30mg, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) 175mg, vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 1000mcg, folate (l-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) 80mcg and glycine 100mg.

• Elemental Iron (from Ferrous Fumarate)..........................30mg
  Ferrous Fumarate provides ferrous (Fe2+) iron, which is more bioavailable than ferric (Fe3+) iron found in polysaccharide iron supplements. It also has the highest elemental iron content of available oral iron salts which allows for once a day dosing.
  
  
• Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).................................................175mg
  The enzyme ascorbate ferrireductase (DcytB) uses Vitamin C to enhance non-heme iron bioavailability by 1.5 to 10-fold. The addition of Vitamin C allows for optimal absorption without having to take additional tablets.
  
  
• Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin)....................................1000mcg
  Methylcobalamin, the active form of vitamin B12, is required for the proper development of red blood cells. Methylcobalamin is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cells. 
  
  
• Folate (L-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate)................................80mcg
  5-MTHF, the active form of folic acid, is required for proper development of red blood cells. 5-MTHF is used in the metabolic pathway for DNA synthesis, which is essential for the final maturation of the red blood cell.

• Glycine............................................................................100mg
  Glycine is an amino acid that forms a chelate complex with iron, increasing its tolerability without hindering absorption. This increases the likelihood of patient adherence, thereby reducing the need for more invasive parenteral iron therapy.

• Take 1 capsule daily with food or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications.

• Leafy green vegetables
• Tea and coffee
• Dairy products
• Eggs
• Calcium-/magnesium-containing supplements and antacids
• Fibre-rich meals

• Consult a healthcare practitioner for prolonged use such as beyond 2 months.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have peptic ulcer disease, regional enteritis, or ulcerative colitis.

Be sure to only take the recommended dose of iron. Too much iron can be toxic. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of iron - call your doctor, a poison control center, or the nearest hospital emergency room at once. Early signs of iron overdose may not appear for up to 60 minutes or more. Do not delay going to the emergency room while waiting for signs to appear. 

Store at room temperature (15°C to 30°C).

Supports normal development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth, and gums, and wound healing. An antioxidant that helps to reduce free radicals and lipid oxidation in body tissues.

NPN: 80019400

If you are taking prescription medication, consult your health professional prior to use as citrus bioflavonoids may alter the effectiveness of these medications.

Multi-vitamin and mineral supplement for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Helps to form red blood cells and helps in their proper function. Helps to reduce the risk of neural tube defects when taken daily at least three months prior to becoming pregnant and during early pregnancy. Helps to support normal early fetal development. Helps to support normal early development of the fetal brain and spinal cord.

NPN: 8010353

• A complete supplement for pregnant and lactating women

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Take 1 capsule two times daily or as recommended by your health professional. Take with food. Take a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products.

For adult use only. Keep out of reach of children. There is enough drug in this package to seriously harm a child. Consult your health professional prior to use if you have a liver disorder or a kidney disorder. Some people may experience constipation, diarrhea, and/or vomiting. Consult your health professional prior to use if you are taking blood thinners. Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Do not use if security seal inside the cap is broken. Store tightly sealed in a cool and dry place.

Canprev Adult Multi, Adult Multi is a comprehensive formula made for both men and women. It provides a full range of vitamins and minerals in therapeutic dosages and bioavailable forms for rapid absorption and utilization. Adult Multi is iron free for those who don’t require iron supplementation.

NPN: 80074870

•  A multivitamin-mineral supplement with antioxidants that helps normal growth and development, prevent vitamin B3 deficiency, and maintain good health and immune function

Electrolyte Synergy is a complete and balanced electrolyte formula to help promote optimal hydration, especially after excessive sweating. It contains potassium, sodium, chloride and magnesium, the main electrolytes found in the body. D-ribose is included because of its importance in healthy cardiac function, exercise recovery and energy production, while taurine helps to regulate cellular electrolyte flow. Electrolyte Synergy also contains vitamin C, along with the synergistic compounds quercetin and citrus bioflavonoids. Vitamin C supports the cardiovascular system by helping to build healthy collagen, which is one of the main structural components of blood vessels.

•  Improving symptoms of dehydration after occasional diarrhea, vomiting, or excessive sweating
• Helping athletes replenish electrolytes lost during intensive exercise
• Supporting healthy blood pressure levels during exercise
• Supporting individuals with more electrolyte needs, especially magnesium and potassium

Vitamin C is considered an essential nutrient because the body cannot produce it on its own. Its benefits include immunity, proper formation of bones, teeth and ligaments, promoting heart health, protecting cells from damage, wound healing, iron absorption and more.

Bioflavonoids are powerful antioxidants in their own right, they are even more powerful when combined with vitamin C, as they are in this AOR formulation. Bioflavonoids, or simply flavonoids, are the pigments found in most plants that give fruits and vegetables their colour. They are potent antioxidants that work together with vitamin C to enhance its antioxidant properties by keeping it active longer.

• More effective than vitamin C alone
• Provides the same pairing of vitamin C and bioflavonoids as that produced in nature
• Synergistic effect to protect cells, neutralize toxins
• Helps support brain, cardiovascular, immunity and overall health
• Natural citrus bioflavonoids boost the antioxidant activity of Vitamin C
• Clinically researched ingredients

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - 900 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoids - 25 mg

Non-medicinal Ingredients:
Corn dextrin, ascorbyl palmitate, sodium stearyl fumarate. Capsule: hypromellose.

A factor in the maintenance of good health, in the normal development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums, and in wound healing.

NPN: 80018330

• a buffered vitamin C supplement for individuals with a sensitive or compromised digestive system
• made with pure, crystalline vitamin C
• the easiest way to take a higher amount of vitamin C

Add 1 heaping (5.3 g) scoop to 8 ounces of water one to two times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner

 Do not take two (2) hours prior to or until four (4) hours after taking other medications. Where impaired renal function exists, the use of potassium supplements should be monitored closely.

The use of potassium supplements with potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride) may lead to hyperkalemia.

Designs For Health, GastroMend-HP is a blend of botanical extracts, all of which support a healthy gastric microbial balance and help maintain a healthy gastric mucosa. This formula may be helpful for occasional heartburn, bloating or upset stomach.

•  Gluten-free
•  Non-GMO ingredients

Synergy C is a premium quality vitamin C formula with a combination of ingredients that together ensure maximum absorbability. It provides 1,000mg of pH-neutral vitamin C using buffered mineral delivery systems.

By binding ascorbic acid to minerals, Synergy C promotes maximum absorption of vitamin C. To further enhance absorption and bioavailability, therapeutic dosages of antioxidant-rich bioflavonoids from citrus fruits and sea buckthorn pulp have been added for complete synergy.

•  Provides antioxidants for the maintenance of good health

• An antioxidant for the maintenance of good health.
• It helps to prevent vitamin C deficiency and metabolize fats and protein
• It helps in wound healing, connective tissue formation, and the development of bones, cartilage, teeth, and gums.
• Free of dairy, gluten, soy and GMO's
• Vegan

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) - 1000mg

Helps the body metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Supports normal growth and development.

NPN: 80100354

• Multi-vitamin/mineral supplement
  

Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you have cancer or a history of non-melanoma skin cancer. Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you have a liver disorder. People sensitive to nicotinic acid may experience flushing of the skin that is generally mild and transient.

Zinc supplementation can cause a copper deficiency. If you are unsure whether you are taking enough copper, consult a health-care practitioner prior to use.

Pure Encapsulations GI Fortify Powder, G.I. Fortify provides far-reaching support for constipation. Psyllium, or Plantago ovata, is a valued source of soluble fiber. Soluble fiber absorbs water to form a gel, increasing stool volume when taken with appropriate amounts of water to support larger and softer stools for healthy bowel movements. As the bulk moves through the intestine, it also helps to collect and eliminate other waste and toxins from the intestinal walls.

Soluble fiber is fermented slowly in the colon by intestinal microflora, which further helps increase fecal mass. The fermentation process produces short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which have protective effects for healthy colon cell function as they are extremely important energy sources for the colon and may regulate colonic transit. Furthermore, SCFAs keep the intestinal environment acidic, providing optimal conditions for a healthy intestinal microflora.

Flax is an additional source of soluble fiber, and also contains fatty acids and lignans. G.I. Fortify also contains the amino acid l-Glutamine, plus a combination of deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), aloe, slippery elm, and marshmallow root. Additionally, it includes an equal proportion of three fruit extracts, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellirica and Emblica Officinalis, which has a long traditional history of use in the Ayurvedic medicine Triphala, literally translated as “three fruits”.

NPN: 80028380

• Bulk-forming laxative
• Blend of high-impact fiber, herbs, and nutrients

Vitamin C (ascorbyl palmitate) 12.6 mg,
Psyllium (Plantago ovata) Husk 4 g, Flax (Linum usitatissimum) Seed 2.25 g, L-Glutamine 1 g,
Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Root Extract 600 mg (8:1, 4800 mg dried equivalent),
Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) Root Extract 400 mg (4:1, 1600 mg dried equivalent),
Slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) Inner bark 200 mg,
Chebulic myrobalan (Terminalia chebula) Mature fruit 30 mg,
Belleric myrobalan (Terminalia bellirica) Mature fruit 30 mg,
Emblic (Emblica officinalis) Fruit 30 mg,
Aloe vera Leaf Gel Extract 100 mg (standardised to contain 10% polysaccharides) (180:1, 18 g dried equivalent).

Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Stevia rebaudiana leaf