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Will iron supplements cause an appetite increase?

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Dr. Nishan Dallakoti answered

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Iron supplement: Iron is not known to increase appetite. Instead, it may cause dyspepsia, bloating thereby decreased appetite. Good for you bcoz you will not quit taking it. It can also cause constipation or sometimes diarrhea.

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Answered 3/7/2018

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