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Ferrous gluconate and Alcohol/Food Interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food/lifestyle interaction with ferrous gluconate.

Moderate

Ferrous Gluconate Food

Moderate Food Interaction

Food may reduce the absorption and blood levels of ferrous gluconate. In addition, some oral medications can also interfere with ferrous gluconate absorption into the bloodstream, which may make the medication less effective in treating your condition. Likewise, ferrous gluconate may interfere with the absorption of other orally administered medications. You should take ferrous gluconate on an empty stomach at least one hour before or two hours after a meal. Your doctor may be able to prescribe alternatives that do not interact, or you may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring to safely use both medications. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about how to take this or other medications you are prescribed. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

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Ferrous gluconate drug interactions

There are 87 drug interactions with ferrous gluconate.

Ferrous gluconate disease interactions

There are 3 disease interactions with ferrous gluconate which include:

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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