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Iron supplement question?

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sara2662
sara2662

Hey everyone, I have a question to ask.

If one iron tablet contains 67.5 mg of elemental iron, how many can you safely take a day and how many is considered too much to the point it becomes toxic? I am about 100 pounds.

Thanks!

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  • jenny19687
    jenny19687 sara2662

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    Have you had a blood test? If so best to follow up with the doctor who can help with this question.
  • EileenH
    EileenH sara2662

    Posted

    First you need to know if you NEED it by your doctor checking your Hb level. Too high a level is dangerous and if it is high enough, you don't need more.

    And then you take the recommended dose - everyone is different and even quite small doses can upset your gut.

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