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shrosphirelass

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Anyone get bloating when taking iron meds
« on: December 08, 2020, 08:59:07 PM »

I have been experiencing quite bad bloating which means I get really uncomfortable when I eat a main meal. I think this coincides with me starting prescribed iron medication, though not a 100% sure. Consequently Ive reduced what I eat which does help a bit and I don't feel hungry. THis means I'm losing weight again and I seem to be am permenently turning to the gaviscon (though have to ensure I leave a gap as I think it reduces absorption). Think the bloating is worse than the dizziness I was experiencing.
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Kathleen

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Re: Anyone get bloating when taking iron meds
« Reply #1 on: December 08, 2020, 09:20:39 PM »

Hello Shropshirelass

Iron supplements are notorious for causing digestive problems.

I am sure other ladies will have suggestions but I always recommend Spatone Iron Water Sachets. I have used them before and they were recommended to me by a specialist.

Hope you feel better soon.

Take care.

K.
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Nairn

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Re: Anyone get bloating when taking iron meds
« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2020, 06:22:28 PM »

Hi

Try Solgar gentle iron - none of the usual side effects
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shrosphirelass

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Re: Anyone get bloating when taking iron meds
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2020, 06:32:27 PM »

Thanks both
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