What Causes Black Stool While On Fecontin Z And Folvite?

Posted on Sat, 13 May 2017

Question: Hi dcotor, I am 15 weeks pregnant now and recently my Gynae has suggested to have Fecontin Z in the morning for folic acid. However, from the time i have started having it, i am passing black stools.. not sure if there is anything to worry about. can you please help. Before this, i was taking Folvite 5 mg. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear thanks for trusting health care magic
Yes it is common to have black stools after iron intake so nothing to worry and rather it is reassuring that the dose of iron is proper
Regards
Dr Manisha Jain

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana