backed up due to Iron

Ok guys I have to take iron and its making me back up what should I do...Oh the pain..I have not had surgery yet but was told my iron is a little low.

I swear by dulcolax...

How many do you have to take a day?

1-2....normally one but if I am backed up bad I take one in am and one in pm.

Hi Deborah, Ouch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  You poor thing, that can be  so miserable. Water, water, water, flaxseed, fiber,fruits, veggies, a brisk walk.  Hope this helps some, and hope your dilemma is solved soon!!!                                                           Phyllis 

I agree with Phyllis, water water water, and when you think you cant drink anymore... drink another glass...  It seems to be one of the best ways to get the pipes flowing haha.

I have the same issues with iron.  I take a colace every day with my vitamins, and push the water.  It seems to make everything easier.   I had to do the same thing when I was pregnant and prenatal vitamins. Best of luck. 

Hi I havent had my surgery yet but I too have to take iron.  My Dr told me to get Hema-Plex as it is an iron supplement that dosent blok you up like most and beleive me so far so good. Linda

Prunes! they have always helped me.  Best of luck                Robin

I take a Ironchele from GNC. It's easy on the innards and I **** like a racehorse. I also recommend when people take stuff that binds them up like Vicodin or Iron that they slam a colace pill at the same time.  Take a pain med/take a stool softener. Good luck. kp