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Since taking the iron supplement Ferrocite (ferrous fumarate) I have had black stool. Is this a common?

I was diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia, probably from menopause related menstrual issues. My iron saturation was only 3%, and my hemoglobin was down to 9.5. I started taking Hema Plex supplements and within a month my hemoglobin went up 2 points to 11.5. Waiting for my next round of blood work to see if it's gone up any higher. I feel noticeably better, I used to lose my breath just walking down the street but now I don't notice any ill effects. When I first started taking the supplements I did have some constipation, but now I pair them with a fiber supplement and that is working well.Read More Read Less

I had been warned that this medication could cause constipation and for me the opposite is true. I experience diarrhea several times a day, almost every day of the week. Is this normal?

I took it for a few days.. whether it helped or not remains to be seen because my chest has been bothering me. Will discuss with doctor further.

Polysaccharide iron is linked to pnemonia, after having two episodes of a respiratory problem after taking high doses of this powder, I did my research and found I was not the only one. If your looking for liquid iron || bigycinate is better. The side effects of polysaccharide iron is unknown and yet to be researched.

I have taken Hema-Plex,85 mg elemental iron, for anemia for several years with on side effects. Two months ago I started I started having diahrea like episodes every morning. I'm not sure the iron is causing it. The Dr. says I am almost not anemic any longer. When I had to stop all medication and supplements five days prior to a colonoscopy, the diahrea symptons stopped also.

A lot of nausea, near diarrhea,hiccups, heartburns

I am taking Rx iron pills for low red blood cell count, anemia, and low hemoglobin. It has helped but also has caused me excessive diarrhea.

Took iron supplements because I am anemic and lost alot of blood from menstrual periods. However after taking iron supplements for several weeks.....developed allergic reaction to them and had intense itching in vagina area. Initially thought it was yeast infection, them reaction to soaps/shampoos. After long exhaustive method of deduction.....finally realized it was allergic reaction to iron supplements that was causing inflammation and itching.

Still feeling extremely tired, unable to get good rest.

I take the iron supplement and it does help me with fatigue. I have more energy, exercise better and just feel better. But I only take it on occasion when I feel I need it, 3 or 4 times a month. I don't have the best diet, though I am trying. At 50 years old, over weight and try to stay active and lose weight, this does help me.

I donate plasma every few months and the last 3 times my iron level was too low for donation, even though I was taking an iron supplement on a daily basis. I am researching the possible causes and am curious as to the different types of iron supplements (glucanate,sulfate and fumarate). which one is best for someone with GERD and possible absorption problems?I also have hypothyroidism due to surgical removal of the gland.

After 2 doses of iron tablets I was woken up in the middle of the night with diarriah & it continued throughout the following day, also severe wind very smelly.

i have to take 2000mg of iron i have bloating and stomach pain