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Side effects from taking iron supplement
I am taking iron supplements from few days i have taken 5 pills but now i have some problems like boalting darken stool nd light in stomach i am stop taking these supplements tell me what should i do to reduce these effects plz
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Dr. Gowthami
Family Physician
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi , it depends on why you started taking your supplements in the first place. And your heamoglobin levels currently .
Bloating is common side effect of iron tablet
Darkening of stools could be due to the pigment used in the tablet, which could be normal. However it is better
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meanwhile , timing the iron supplements between meals is often helpful
take the tablet 1 hour after your meal for improved tolerance, have lot of fluids, lime juice or.citrous fruits helps in better absorption
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