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WARNINGS Do not exceed recommended dosage. The treatment of any anemic condition should be under the advice and supervision of a doctor. Occasional gastrointestinal discomfort (such as nausea) may be minimized by taking with meals. Iron-containing medication may occasionally cause black stools, constipation or diarrhea. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Accidental overdose of Iron containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. DRUG INTERACTION PRECAUSION: Since oral iron products interfere with absorption of tetracycline antibiotics, these products should not be taken within two hours of each other.