POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy4 months agoA. A hemoglobin (Hb) level of 10.4 g/dL in a 3 year 11 month old child indicates mild anemia. Yes, iron supplementation is usually recommended in such cases to boost iron levels and support healthy growth.
Iron Supplement Advice: Elemental iron dose for children with mild anemia: 3 mg/kg/day. For most children around 15 kg, this equals approximately 30–45 mg elemental iron per day. If you're using an iron suspension (like ferrous sulfate or ferrous ascorbate), check the label for how much elemental iron is present per ml and dose accordingly.
Example: If the iron suspension contains 30 mg elemental iron per 5 ml, you can give 5 ml once daily after food. Always follow your doctor's exact dosage advice based on your child’s weight and lab reports.
Also, give vitamin C-rich foods (like orange juice or lemon water) with iron to improve absorption, and avoid giving milk immediately before or after the dose.
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