Ferrous Ascorbate

Description

Ferrous Ascorbate · CAS 24808-52-4 · C12H12FeO12.2H. UNII DI3477D0PI.

Identification

Computed Descriptors

Physical description & handling notes

• The major activity of supplemental iron is in the prevention and treatment of iron deficiency anemia. Iron has putative immune-enhancing, anticarcinogenic and cognition-enhancing activities.

Regulatory Status

Documented Uses

• Used in preventing and treating iron-deficiency anemia.
• Breast Feeding; Lactation; Milk, Human; Vitamins
• Take on an empty stomach. Taking ferrous ascorbate with food reduces the absorption of iron.
• Naturally occurring or synthetic substances that inhibit or retard oxidation reactions. They counteract the damaging effects of oxidation in animal tissues.
• Organic substances that are required in small amounts for maintenance and growth, but which cannot be manufactured by the human body.
• B - Blood and blood forming organs

Synonyms

Ferrous ascorbate; Ferrous cevitamate; Iron(2+) di-L-ascorbate; Iron(II) ascorbate; Ascofer; Complefer; Nedifer; Iron(2+) L-ascorbate; 24808-52-4; DI3477D0PI; L-Ascorbic acid, iron(2+) salt (2:1); DTXSID701018439; J290.062I; RefChem:140303; DTXCID401476581; 246-469-7

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Ferrous Ascorbate?

CAS 24808-52-4; molecular formula C12H12FeO12.2H; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Ferrous Ascorbate known by?

Ferrous ascorbate, Ferrous cevitamate, Iron(2+) di-L-ascorbate, Iron(II) ascorbate, Ascofer, Complefer.

What is the regulatory status of Ferrous Ascorbate?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Substance added to food: NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT.

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