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A guide to taking iron supplements - Queensland Health
A guide to taking iron tablets Information for patients, families and carers Why is iron important? Our bodies need iron. Iron is used to make haemoglobin the part of your red blood cells that carries oxygen around your body. It is also important for muscle strength, energy and good mental function. If your iron levels are low this may make you feel tired and not able to do normal everyday activities. As the amount of iron in the body falls even lower, the haemoglobin level drops below normal. This is known as iron deficiency anaemia.
Having more fluid and fibre in your diet can help reduce constipation. If needed, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice about a gentle laxative. Tummy upset, nausea (feeling sick) or tummy pain (cramps). Taking iron with food or at night can help. These symptoms can also be …
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