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I was prescribed 325mg ferrous sulfate for an iron deficiency six months ago. though my iron levels are now normal, i woke up very tired, thought it may be due to iron, and took one pill. will this harm me? i took it 12 hours ago and feel okay?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ferrous Sulfate: Taking the ferrous sulfate pill will not have harmed you.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 5/5/2021

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A member asked:

I was prescribed 325mg ferrous sulfate for an iron deficiency six months ago. though my iron levels are now normal, i woke up very tired, thought it may be due to iron, and took one pill. will this harm me? i took it 12 hours ago and feel okay?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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