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I am taking ferro med for anemia. does it have any side effects?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Ferrous: Yes. Thus can cause constipation and abdominal pain. It can be hard on the liver if taking too much.

Answered 10/11/2017

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Dr. Edgar Mendizabal answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Constipation: Sometimes severe enough we have to use injections. Make sure you know where the anemia is coming from.

Answered 11/24/2013

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