Drugs
that inhibit iron absorption

Some drugs may inhibit iron absorption, and iron can, in turn, inhibit absorption of some drugs. Here are a few examples, but remember to refer to standard compendia (eg. national formularies) for further information.

Drugs that may inhibit iron absorption:

Magnesium salts
Tetracyclines
Trientine
Zinc

Drugs whose absorption can be inhibited by iron:

Bisposphonates
Ciproflaxacin
Entacapone
Levodopa
Penicillamine