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Should i take zinc tablets if i have too much iron?

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

No problem.: The sites in the small intestine that absorb zinc and iron are not identical. Taking zinc will not affect iron levels in any way.

Answered 11/22/2020

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