Ferrous Sulfate Drops and Tooth Staining: Ask About Your Product
Breath & MouthArticleBring your exact iron drops and describe the change to a pharmacist or doctor.
If you use ferrous sulfate drops and notice a change in tooth color, show your pharmacist or doctor the actual product. The NHS1 lists black stained teeth among its side-effect information and advises rinsing your mouth with water after taking the drops.1
Clarify the product and concern
Have the bottle, leaflet and your current instructions available. Describe when you noticed the change and whether it continues to bother you.
Try: “I’m taking these ferrous sulfate drops and have noticed this tooth discoloration. Can you review my product and explain what I should do?”
The NHS1 recommends speaking to a doctor or pharmacist if its coping advice does not help and a side effect is still bothering you or does not go away.1
Ask the professional to clarify any advice you do not understand. Keep their answer with your medicine information.
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