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Multivitamins, Folic Acid, and Iron Capsules and Food

Result of checking the interaction of Multivitamins, Folic Acid, and Iron Capsules and Food for safety when used together.

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Multivitamins, Folic Acid, and Iron Capsules <> Food

Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

Professional:

Food taken in conjunction with oral iron supplements may reduce the bioavailability of the iron. However, in many patients intolerable gastrointestinal side effects occur necessitating administration with food. Some studies suggest administration of iron with ascorbic acid may enhance bioavailability. Ideally, iron products should be taken on an empty stomach, but if this is not possible, administer with meals and monitor the patient more closely for a subtherapeutic effect.

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