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Cardiovascular Effects
mediumMay cause temporary increases in heart rate (tachycardia), blood pressure, and palpitations in some individuals.
Choking Risk (dry)
HighCauses or contributes to Choking Risk (dry).
Clotting Interactions
ModerateCauses or contributes to Clotting Interactions.
Comedogenic (Clogs pores for some)
ModerateCauses or contributes to Comedogenic (Clogs pores for some).
Comedogenic (High risk)
ModerateCauses or contributes to Comedogenic (High risk).
Constipation
MildCauses or contributes to Constipation.
Can occur but is less frequent and severe than with ferrous sulfate. Stools typically turn dark green or black, which is...
Contact Allergy
MildCauses or contributes to Contact Allergy.
Contaminant Risk
mediumRisk of contamination with heavy metals, pesticides, microbes, or adulteration if sourcing and quality control are poor.
Traditionally considered contraindicated in pregnancy due to potential abortifacient effects suggested by animal studies...
The strong negative heat of solution can produce an intense, sometimes undesirable cooling effect in the mouth when used...
Copper Deficiency
ModerateCauses or contributes to Copper Deficiency.
Copper Overload (Rare)
mediumTheoretical risk with very high oral doses, particularly in individuals with Wilson's disease or impaired copper metabol...
Dairy Allergy
ModerateCauses or contributes to Dairy Allergy.
Daytime Drowsiness
MildCauses or contributes to Daytime Drowsiness.
Dental Caries
mediumFermentable sugar that can promote tooth decay if oral hygiene is poor.
Like all sugars, can promote tooth decay if oral hygiene is inadequate.
Causes or contributes to Dental Erosion (chronic).
Dependence & Withdrawal
mediumRegular use can lead to tolerance and physical dependence. Abrupt cessation may cause headache, fatigue, irritability, a...
Dependency & Withdrawal
mediumRegular use can lead to tolerance and physical dependence. Abrupt cessation may cause withdrawal symptoms including head...
Diarrhea (high dose)
MildCauses or contributes to Diarrhea (high dose).
Although less common than with other forms, high doses may still cause a laxative effect.
May cause mild gastrointestinal upset, nausea, or diarrhea in some individuals.