Description
PatchMD Iron Topical Patch
A PatchWorks bestseller! We have many customers who prefer our iron patches to their old iron tablets.
- Stick on a patch instead – an easy and effective way to supplement vitamins and minerals
- 8 hours only – patches need only be worn for 8 hours day or night, whichever suits you
- Easy to use and durable – simply peel away from the backing and stick on your skin. Can be worn day or night, even with high activity
- Compact and lightweight – easier to store and travel with
- Better for the environment – small size and weight means less CO₂ when transported
- 100% natural – cruelty free, hypoallergenic and free from allergens
- Manufactured in the USA
Ingredient Benefits
This energising blend combines iron and folate with vitamins C and A to support energy, red blood cell formation and cognitive health. Vitamin C improves iron absorption, while folate and iron work together to reduce tiredness and fatigue. With the addition of vitamin A and astaxanthin, this patch offers daily support for those looking to improve their iron levels.
Vitamin A (as beta-carotene) – 701.63mcg RAE
- Contributes to the maintenance of normal:
- Skin
- Vision
- Immune system (the organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins)
- Plays a role in the process of cell specialisation
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic acid) – 83.53mg
- Contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Supports normal:
- Energy-yielding metabolism (the process of breaking down food molecules to produce energy for cells)
- Functioning of the nervous system (which includes the brain, spinal cord, and a complex network of nerves which sends messages back and forth between the brain and the body)
- Psychological function (eg. attention, memory, reasoning, emotion regulation, decision-making, and language ability)
- Contributes to the normal function of the immune system (the organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins)
- Increases iron absorption
- Assists in the protection of cells from oxidative stress (an imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants in the body. This imbalance can lead to cell and tissue damage)
Iron (as iron Bisglycinate) – 15.04mg
- Contributes to normal:
- Formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin
- Energy-yielding metabolism (the process of breaking down food molecules to produce energy for cells)
- Cognitive function (the mental processes involved in acquiring knowledge, understanding, and using information, encompassing abilities like memory, attention, learning, and problem-solving)
- Contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
- Supports the normal function of the immune system (the organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins)
Vitamin B9 (Folate as 5-MTHF L-Methylfolate) – 66.82mcg DFE
- Contributes to normal:
- Blood formation
- Function of the immune system (the organs and processes of the body that provide resistance to infection and toxins)
- Psychological function (eg. attention, memory, reasoning, emotion regulation, decision-making, and language ability)
- Contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy (the growth of the uterine lining, which supports the embryo, and the growth of the placenta, which provides nutrients to the fetus)
- Aids the reduction of tiredness and fatigue
Astaxanthin – 668.22mcg
Please note: It may seem there are gaps in our descriptions, this is because we comply with the UK/EU regulations and therefore only use authorised ingredient health claims as per the EU Register.
Directions
Apply patch daily to an area with little or no hair, i.e. shoulder, inner arm, back or hip, for around 8 hours.
Avoid using any lotion, or cream, in the same area of patch application. It may help to vary patch placement positions.
Patches are not waterproof.
Numerous patches can be worn at one time, but please check the resulting total dose of Vitamin A and D is not excessive.
Supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you’re; pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under medical supervision, please consult a healthcare professional before use. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the inner plastic packet has been opened.
