In people with hemochromatosis iron could build to toxic levels.
The side effects of iron tablets.
Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away.
In more severe cases overdosing on iron can cause fluid build up in the lungs liver damage and vomiting of blood.
However food can also reduce how well the body can absorb iron.
In some instances however people taking iron supplements may experience the following symptoms.
But if you still have side effects try taking the supplements with food or in two doses.
Iron should be taken on an empty stomach if possible.
All drugs may cause side effects.
Upset stomach or throwing up.
Be sure to take iron supplements exactly as your.
Taking iron supplements with food seems to reduce some of these side effects.
Taking the appropriate dosage of iron is unlikely to cause any side effects.
Common side effects of iron tablets are abdominal pain cramps constipation diarrhea nausea vomiting and black stools.
However many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects.
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