Ferrous Gluconate Side Effects

Applies to ferrous gluconate: oral tablet.

Important warnings This medicine can cause some serious health issues

You should not use this medicine if you have hemochromatosis, hemosiderosis, or hemolytic anemia.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, blistering or peeling skin; fever; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

• bright red blood in your stools;

• black or tarry stools;

• a fever;

• stomach pain;

• coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; or

• pain in your chest or throat when swallowing a ferrous gluconate tablet.

Common side effects may include:

• constipation, diarrhea;

• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;

• loss of appetite;

• green-colored stools; or

• temporary staining of the teeth.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to ferrous gluconate: compounding powder, oral capsule, oral liquid, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release.

Gastrointestinal adverse events

• Frequency not reported: Gastrointestinal discomfort, anorexia, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, vomiting, constipation, fecal impaction, darkening of stools, gastrointestinal necrosis, gastrointestinal perforation, gastrointestinal stricture, epigastric pain, hematemesis^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Frequency not reported: Allergic reactions^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Frequency not reported: Circulatory collapse^[Ref]

Further information

Ferrous gluconate side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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