Alpha Plus Iron 20 mg 90 capsules contain three forms of divalent iron, including amino acid chelated iron. Iron contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells and hemoglobin and thus affects the transport of oxygen to the body's cells. Iron also has a role in the cell division process, contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system and to counteracting fatigue and exhaustion. The need for iron is greater for women of childbearing age. Also contains vitamin C to increase iron absorption.