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What is ferrous sulfate?
Pronunciation: /ˈfɛrəs ˈsəlˌfeɪt/
ferrous sulfate
Definition
A form of the mineral iron that is used to treat anemia caused by low amounts of iron in the blood. Anemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells is below normal. Ferrous sulfate is a type of hematinic and a type of dietary supplement.