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Iron Supplements

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Iron Supplements — toxicity in dogs and cats

EmergencyApplies to: dogs and cats.

Overview

Iron tablets are corrosive to the gastrointestinal tract and can cause systemic toxicity in larger ingestions. Early signs often include severe vomiting and abdominal pain, sometimes with blood. In serious cases, iron poisoning can progress to liver injury and shock after a short improvement phase. Bring bottle strength and tablet count to help your vet estimate risk quickly.

Symptoms

Vomiting (possibly bloody), diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy

Typical onset

1-6 hours

What to do

Seek emergency evaluation and bring label.

This page is educational and does not replace veterinary advice. If your pet may have been exposed, call UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.

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Iron tablets are corrosive to the gastrointestinal tract and can cause systemic toxicity in larger ingestions. Early signs often include severe vomiting and abdominal pain, sometimes with blood. In serious cases, iron poisoning can progress to liver injury and shock after a short improvement phase. Bring bottle strength and tablet count to help your vet estimate risk quickly.

Symptoms
Vomiting (possibly bloody), diarrhea, abdominal pain, lethargy
Onset
1-6 hours
What to do now
Seek emergency evaluation and bring label.
Call UVEC now: (801) 218-2227
This tool is informational only and does not replace veterinary advice. If ingestion may have happened, contact UVEC at (801) 218-2227 or ASPCA Poison Control at (888) 426-4435.