Taking iron supplements with food seems to reduce some of these side effects.
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.
Although not all of these side effects may occur if they do occur they may need medical attention.
In some instances however people taking iron supplements may experience the following symptoms.
Ibm micromedex along with its needed effects a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Iron should be taken on an empty stomach if possible.
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Common side effects of iron tablets are abdominal pain cramps constipation diarrhea nausea vomiting and black stools.
Be sure to take iron supplements exactly as your.
Upset stomach or throwing up.
But if you still have side effects try taking the supplements with food or in two doses.
Or ask your doctor if it s safe to take a stool softener.
What are some other side effects of iron tablets and capsules.
However many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects.
All drugs may cause side effects.