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CanPrev, Heme Iron, 60 Vcaps

Size 120 vegetarian capsules UPC 886646503545
Best Before 02/2028
46 people have viewed this item in the last 7 days

About this item

• Heme iron is naturally more easily absorbed than nonheme iron, helping replenish iron levels quickly and support healthy hemoglobin function and oxygen transport.
• Vitamin C (PureWay-C) and citrus bioflavonoids boost iron absorption, making each capsule more effective.
• Includes folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate) and vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) to support red blood cell formation and energy metabolism.
• Simple capsule form provides a convenient way to meet daily iron needs with a fast-absorbing heme iron blend.

Suggested Use

Adults (19 years and older) - Take 1 capsule per day. Take with food, a few hours before or after taking other medications or natural health products.

400 mcg of folate per day is adequate for most women to reduce the risk of neural tube defects. Consult a healthcare practitioner to determine if you would benefit from additional folate before taking this product.

Ingredients

Each vegetarian capsule contains:
PureWay-C™ Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)*
50 mg
Iron (heme iron polypeptide)
11 mg
Citrus bioflavonoids (fruit, Citrus aurantiifolia; fruit, Citrus limon; fruit, Citrus paradisi; fruit, Citrus reticulata; fruit, Citrus sinensis)
1 mg
Folate (L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate)
400 mcg
Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin)
400 mcg
Non-medical Ingredients: Hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, rice bran oil.

Description

Iron is an essential mineral that the body needs to function properly. It’s used as a building block for hemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells that help shuttle oxygen around your body. 

 

Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia, which affects about 25% of the world’s population. It’s most common in children, adolescents, and women. The usual symptoms of iron deficiency can include fatigue, dizziness, sensitivity to cold, decreased attention span and impaired mental function. 

 

Heme iron is naturally found in animal foods that contain hemoglobin like meat, fish and poultry. This form is more easily recognized by the body and therefore more easily absorbed than plant-based nonheme, which needs to be converted into a soluble form before it can be absorbed.  

 

Because of its fast absorbability, heme iron is a great option for anyone who needs to replenish iron levels quickly. This type of iron is also ideal for anyone who has difficulty getting enough iron with non-heme iron supplements. 

 

Studies show that heme iron benefits fetal development during pregnancy as the body’s need for iron increases during this time. It’s fast, reliable, and gentle for both mom and baby. 

 

CanPrev’s Heme Iron contains 11mg of bovine-sourced heme iron per capsule, plus vitamin C and citrus bioflavonoids to enhance absorption. Added folate and vitamin B12 help promote red blood cell production.

 

  • Ideal for those looking to replete iron levels quickly
  • Important for expectant mothers and those with iron deficiency who are experiencing challenges with nonheme iron options
  • Supports fetal development, energy metabolism, and the formation of red blood cells
  • Gentle formula that’s easily absorbable, especially for those with digestive sensitivities

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CanPrev and are its supplements Health Canada approved?

CanPrev is a Canadian natural health supplement brand founded in 2005 by Tanya Salituro -- the name stands for Canadian + Preventive. All products are Health Canada licensed and manufactured at site-licensed, government-approved Canadian facilities, with each batch independently laboratory tested for potency, purity, and safety before release. The brand offers 445+ formulations across therapeutic categories including magnesium, amino acids, vitamin D, hormonal support, and women's health, distributed in 3,400+ Canadian retail locations and through naturopathic practitioners. In February 2025, CanPrev was acquired by Apotex, further expanding its distribution infrastructure.

How is CanPrev different from other Canadian supplement brands?

CanPrev's distinguishing feature is practitioner co-formulation: roughly 25% of the company team are licensed health practitioners -- naturopathic doctors, nutritionists, and herbalists -- meaning products are formulated with clinical input from the start, not adapted for retail after development. The brand consistently selects more bioavailable nutrient forms: methylcobalamin over cyanocobalamin for B12, magnesium bisglycinate over magnesium oxide, active folate (5-MTHF) over folic acid -- at therapeutic doses, and formulates without fillers or binders. This distinguishes CanPrev from mainstream supplement brands that use lower-cost, less-absorbed nutrient forms to reduce per-unit manufacturing costs.
The information provided above is for reference purposes only and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Canada. It does not constitute medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

Caution

Do not use if • you have certain medical conditions • you have an allergy to bovine products. A very serious allergic reaction to this product is rare.

Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if • you have peptic ulcer • you have regional enteritis • you have ulcerative colitis • you have hemochromatosis • you have other types of anemia • you have repeated blood transfusions • you have stomach/intestinal problems.

Consult your healthcare practitioner before using heme iron polypeptide if • you are using methydopa • you are using other iron containing products.

Stop use if • hypersensitivity/allergy occurs. Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, upset stomach, and stomach/abdominal cramping may occur.

Iron may cause stools to turn black, an effect that is not harmful.

Iron supplements can decrease the absorption of drugs such as • tetracycline • antibiotics • penicillamine • cefdinir • chloramphenicol • levothyroxine • levodopa • quinolone antibiotics. Therefore, doses of these medications should be spaced as far as possible.

This product may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including testing for blood in stool) possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all doctors know you are taking this product.

Keep out of reach of children. There is enough drug in this package to seriously harm a child.

Disclaimer

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CanPrev, Heme Iron, 60 Vcaps
Size 120 vegetarian capsules UPC 886646503545
Best Before 02/2028
46 people have viewed this item in the last 7 days
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