Who can take ferrous sulfate
Most adults and some children aged 12 years and over can take ferrous sulfate with the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.
Who may not be able to take ferrous sulfate
Ferrous sulfate is not suitable for some people.
To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before taking ferrous sulfate if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to ferrous sulfate or any other medicine
- have a different type of anaemia that is not caused by low levels of iron
- have any other conditions that affect your iron levels, such as haemochromatosis or haemosiderosis
- have a condition that affects your red blood cells, such as sickle cell anaemia or thalassaemia
- have a stomach ulcer, have had all or part of your stomach removed, or have other stomach or bowel problems such as inflammatory bowel disease
- are having repeated blood transfusions
- have noticed blood in your pee
- have been diagnosed with an iron deficiency and are already receiving treatment for this