I was wondering if iron pills will cause the lower part of stomach to hurt?

Iron pills belly pai: Iron can cause constipation which can lead to lower abdominal pain. Have you noticed change in your bowel habits? Less frequent movements than usual? Harder stools? Straining more ? ....Since you started taking iron. Reason for taking iron, which can cause black stools. Taking it with oj or plain vitamin c helps more iron being absorbed in the upper intestinal system and sometimes helps .Chk w md.