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2015-08-11 10:30:25
I recently noticed that the color of my stool is greenish. what is the reason and should i b concerned? Currently, i am taking iron pills as i suffer from anaemia.
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hiii.. i dont think der is nothing to wrry abt d colour of ur stools and secondly constipation is also seen in 10% of ppl on iron supplements.. so tk it as soon as u finish ur meal nd avoid takin it in empty stomach

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hi, its good to take iron pills for anemia. side effects include diarrhea , constipation, dark r green color stool, stomach pain ....... these r common side effects. if u have other side effects along with this and if its troubling ur daily life consult physician

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