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I am taking iron for my anemia, i am now pooping black is that normal? i started taking iron supplimnets 2 days ago, 345 mg twice per day, now my poop is black, is that normal?
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Hello. : Hello. Yes. Iron supplements can cause stool to become black. Black, tarry, foul smelling stool is consistent with gastrointestinal bleeding.
Answered 1/1/2019
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Agree with Dr. F.: If you are unable to tolerate oral iron, talk to your doctor about taking iron intravenously, one treatment may be sufficient to replace your iron stores.
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