Why is Iron not present in the Post-Op formula?

During the post-surgery recovery period, stomach aches, constipation, nausea, and other gastrointestinal distress are very common even in the healthiest of patients.

These symptoms can be caused by numerous factors from the anesthesia and pain medications given preoperatively to the reduced mobility post-surgery, and can make constipation incredibly severe and a difficult to overcome.

Since iron is naturally tough on the digestive tract it is not included in our formula for the above reasons. While constipation is one of its most common side effects, iron supplementation can also cause nausea, indigestion, gas and bloating. Everything in our formula is for the patient's benefit, where an ingredient is missing it is most likely due to adverse effects on recovery, safety, lacks clinical efficacy, or its negative impacts outweigh the benefits.

For bariatrics related surgery where Iron may be beneficial, additional add on iron supplementation can be sought per your doctors medical advice and guidance.