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I started my iron pills today. i took it with orange juice. is that okay? can i still drink my coffee with iron pills? do i need to wait a couple of hours? what are the side effects to taking prescription iron pills. my ferritin is at a 2?
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Taking iron pills with orange juice is recommended to increase absorption. The most important factor in success from taking iron is to take the iron pills as directed. Constipation is a frequent side effect, so the dose may need to be adjusted if you are constipated
Answered 6/7/2023
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