Who can take ferrous fumarate
Most adults can take ferrous fumarate with the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.
Children can take it if a doctor has recommended it.
Who may not be able to take ferrous fumarate
Ferrous fumarate may not be suitable for some people.
To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take it if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to ferrous fumarate 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, or other stomach or bowel problems such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- are having repeated blood transfusions
- have noticed blood in your pee