NOW Foods has two iron products at Supps247: Iron 18 mg, 120 veg capsules and Iron 36 mg, 90 veg capsules, the double strength option. Only take iron if a blood test shows you need it, and keep it away from children.
At a glance
| Strength | Compared with daily needs |
|---|---|
| 18 mg | Equal to the daily need for women aged 19 to 50 |
| 36 mg | Double that, under the adult upper level of 45 mg |
What to know
Iron is used to make haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. Adult men need about 8 mg a day and women aged 19 to 50 need about 18 mg. Vegetarians, women with heavy periods and regular blood donors are more likely to be low. Taking iron you do not need can be harmful, so check your levels first.
Who should check first
- No blood test yet: see your GP first.
- Haemochromatosis or high iron levels: do not take iron.
- Children: keep the bottle out of reach. Iron overdose is dangerous for young children. Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 if a child swallows any.
- Taking thyroid medicine, antibiotics or osteoporosis medicine: take them at least two hours apart from iron.
How to use and where to buy
Iron absorbs best away from tea, coffee, dairy and calcium, and with a source of vitamin C. Dark stools are common and harmless. Follow the label on each product. Shop them online at Supps247 with Australia-wide delivery or click and collect, or browse more from NOW Foods.
Checked against the product listings on 12 November 2026. Always read the label and follow the directions. General information, not medical advice.
