About iron bisglycinate
Iron supplement
Used for
- Prevention and treatment of iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia
Usual adult dose
Usually 60–120 mg elemental iron daily for iron-deficiency anemia; lower doses may be used for prevention.
Usual dose in children
For treatment, usually 3–6 mg/kg/day of elemental iron; prevention doses depend on age and risk.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Dark stools
- Teeth staining with liquid iron
Important warnings
- Keep out of children’s reach; overdose can be fatal.
- Iron may darken stools and can interfere with some laboratory tests.
- Treating iron deficiency may require blood tests and finding its cause.
Pregnancy
Iron is often needed during pregnancy, but dose should reflect clinical need and prenatal guidance.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses.
Interactions
- Reduces absorption of levothyroxine, tetracycline, and quinolone antibiotics.
- Antacids, calcium, tea, and coffee can reduce iron absorption.
- Separate iron from interacting medicines by several hours when advised.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.