Iron overdose


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Definition

Iron overdose is poisoning that occurs when you take an excessive amount of supplements that contain iron.


Alternative Names

Ferrous sulfate (Feosol, Slow Fe); Ferrous gluconate (Fergon); Ferrous fumarate (Femiron, Feostat)


Poisonous Ingredient

Iron


Where Found

Iron is an ingredient in many mineral and vitamin supplements. Iron supplements are also sold by themselves. Types include:

  • Ferrous sulfate (Feosol, Slow Fe)
  • Ferrous gluconate (Fergon)
  • Ferrous fumarate (Femiron, Feostat)

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.



Review Date: 03/18/2006
Reviewed By: Janeen R. Azare, PhD, MSPH, Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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