About iron + ascorbic acid
Iron and vitamin C supplement
Used for
- Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency
- Iron deficiency anemia
Usual adult dose
For iron deficiency, usual oral treatment provides 50–100 mg elemental iron daily. Combination capsule dosing varies by product.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dark stools
Important warnings
- Iron overdose can be fatal, especially in children.
- Not suitable for iron overload disorders.
- Anemia unrelated to iron deficiency requires different treatment.
- Keep securely out of children's reach.
Pregnancy
Iron and vitamin C are commonly used during pregnancy when needed; excessive doses should be avoided.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding at usual supplemental doses.
Interactions
- Iron reduces absorption of levothyroxine.
- Iron reduces absorption of tetracycline and quinolone antibiotics.
- Antacids and calcium supplements can reduce iron absorption.
- Iron reduces absorption of some osteoporosis medicines.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.