When should i take iron tablets in pregnancy?

Question

Doc gave me iron tablets but the timing confuses me, morning ya night, with food or empty stomach? When i take it after lunch i feel thoda nauseous. What worked best for u all?

Monisha Setty · Answer

Usually second trimester se start karte hain na. Morning me empty stomach mat lena, details doctor se confirm kar lo.

Shreya Bhat · Answer

I was prescribed iron tablets from my second trimester. Does anyone else get severe acidity after taking them?

Gomti Rathore · Answer

My mother-in-law suggested eating beetroot daily, but doctor said iron tablets are necessary from month 4 onwards. Trust your doctor's schedule.

Jagruthi Shekhawat · Answer

Iron supplements are super important to avoid low Hb which can complicate delivery and increase hospital costs. Take them exactly when your doctor prescribes.

Sangeeta Solanki · Answer

Normally doctors start iron after the first trimester is over, around 14 weeks. Do not take it with milk or tea as it affects absorption.

Devika Mehta · Answer

My gynac started iron in my 4th month. I feel so constipated now, are you guys also facing this?