NOW Foods Iron Complex Vegetarian 100 Tablets

NOW® Iron Complex is a thoughtfully built, non-constipating iron formula that pairs 27 mg of gentle Ferrochel® iron bisglycinate with the co-nutrients that help the body put iron to work. Iron is an essential mineral best known as the core of hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body, and of myoglobin, which holds oxygen in muscle tissue.* Iron also plays central roles in energy production, normal immune function and neurological health.* Vitamin B-12 and folate are necessary for red blood cell production, while vitamin C is known to enhance iron absorption from the digestive tract.* Complementary botanicals — organic dong quai and red raspberry leaf — round out this well-tolerated vegetarian blend designed to maximize iron absorption and utilization.*

About the key ingredients

• Iron (elemental, from Ferrous Bisglycinate, Ferrochel®) – 27 mg: A gentle, clinically studied chelated iron bound to glycine for good absorption and tolerability, supporting hemoglobin formation and healthy oxygen transport.* Learn more about Iron from the NIH.
• Vitamin C, Folate & Vitamin B-12: Vitamin C enhances iron absorption from the GI tract, while folate and B-12 are necessary for healthy red blood cell production.* Learn more about Vitamin C from the NIH.
• Organic Dong Quai & Red Raspberry Leaf – 100 mg each: Complementary botanicals traditionally paired with iron formulas to round out this women's-friendly blend.*
• Other ingredients: NOW® uses simple, functional excipients — a plant-based hypromellose (cellulose) capsule or light tablet coating plus flow agents such as stearic acid and silicon dioxide — with no unnecessary fillers, artificial colors or preservatives.

Who it's for

This iron is a good fit for adults who want to support healthy iron status with a gentle, well-absorbed form — particularly menstruating women, plant-based eaters, endurance athletes and regular blood donors, who tend to have higher iron needs.* Its non-constipating chelated form appeals to anyone who has found traditional iron supplements hard on the stomach.* Because iron should be matched to need, it suits people supplementing with their healthcare provider's awareness.*

Suggested use

Take 1 tablet daily with a meal.

Quality & certifications

• Family Owned Since 1968
• GMP Quality Assured
• Made in the USA
• Halal
• Kosher
• Non-GMO
• Vegan

Frequently asked questions

Why is this iron 'non-constipating'?
NOW® uses Ferrochel® iron bisglycinate (or Taste Free™ ferric glycinate in the liquid), a gently chelated form in which iron is bound to the amino acid glycine. This form has clinically demonstrated good absorption and is well tolerated, so it tends to be easier on the stomach and less constipating than older iron salts.*

Who typically needs an iron supplement?
Iron needs are higher for menstruating women, people with plant-based diets, endurance athletes and frequent blood donors. Because too much iron is also a concern, it is best to supplement based on need — ideally confirmed by your healthcare provider — rather than by default.*

How should I take it for best absorption?
Take this tablet with a meal as directed. Pairing iron with vitamin C (as this formula's co-nutrients do, or with a glass of orange juice) supports absorption, while calcium, dairy, coffee and tea can reduce it, so separate those by a couple of hours.*

Cautions & interactions

Iron should be used thoughtfully: only supplement iron when you have reason to (ideally confirmed with your doctor or a blood test), since the body has no easy way to remove excess. Take it apart from calcium supplements, antacids, dairy, coffee and tea, and separate it by a few hours from thyroid medicine and certain antibiotics (tetracyclines, quinolones), all of which affect iron absorption. Vitamin C helps absorption. Talk to your physician before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. IMPORTANT: accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6 — keep this product out of the reach of children and, in case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

Allergen information: Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: For adults only. Not intended for pregnant/nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.