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Is there a dose of iron supplement that won't cause constipation?
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Not really: Pretty much all doses are going to cause some constipation but this symptom can be mitigated with plenty of hydration, high fiber diet, and colace, (docusate sodium) a stool softener.
Answered 9/16/2015
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