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Does ferrous sulfate intake cause stools to be black?
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Iron supplements: Yes, iron supplements may cause dark stools, so will peptobismol.
Answered 11/2/2019
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Yes: Take iron pills with food and add fiber to your diet and drink plenty of water.
Answered 12/9/2019
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