Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets supplement bottle
Major Pharmaceuticals

Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets

What We Researched
1 active ingredient analyzed · 16 inactive ingredients decoded · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
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Product Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Iron (as Ferrous Sulfate) 65 mg 361%
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • Iron (as Ferrous Sulfate) Fair
Other Ingredients Very Poor

Fillers & Additives

  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Crospovidone
  • Stearic Acid
  • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Low
  • Magnesium Silicate
  • Hypromellose
  • Silica
  • Polyethylene Glycol Low
  • FD&C Blue No. 2 Lake High
  • Mineral Oil Medium
  • Titanium Dioxide High
  • FD&C Yellow No. 5 Lake High
  • FD&C Blue No. 1 Lake High
  • FD&C Red No. 40 Lake High
  • FD&C Yellow No. 6 Lake High
  • Calcium Sulfate
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Iron (as Ferrous Sulfate) 65 mg High

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Iron (as Ferrous Sulfate) 65 mg 361%

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Crospovidone Generally_safe

It is used as a binder to help tablets or capsules disintegrate.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Caution

It is used to help mix oil and water-based ingredients.

Magnesium Silicate Generally_safe

It is used to improve powder flow and prevent clumping.

Hypromellose Safe

Forms vegetarian capsule shells. Dissolves easily in the stomach.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Polyethylene Glycol Caution

It is used as a binder, coating agent, or to improve solubility.

FD&C Blue No. 2 Lake Unknown
Mineral Oil Caution

It is used as a lubricant or emollient.

Titanium Dioxide Caution

Used as a whitening agent in tablet coatings and capsules.

FD&C Yellow No. 5 Lake Unknown
FD&C Blue No. 1 Lake Unknown
FD&C Red No. 40 Lake Unknown
FD&C Yellow No. 6 Lake Unknown
Calcium Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or to control moisture.

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Major Pharmaceuticals

Founded 1982 · Livonia, MI, United States · 18 products · major-rugby.com/

Transparency

1 claim

Violation History

9 incidents
Recall ChlorproMAZINE Hydrochloride Tablets, USP, 25mg/50mg/100mg/200mg2025-09-16Source
Recall Gabapentin 100MG CAPSULES2025-06-17Source
Lawsuit Violation of the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) through website tracking technology.2024Source
Recall Polyvinyl Alcohol, 1.4% Lubricating Eye Drops and Lubricating Tears Eye Drops (Dextran/Hypromellose, 0.1%/0.3%)2023-10-31Source
Recall Dronabinol Capsules, USP, 2.5 mg and Ziprasidone Hydrochloride Capsules, 20 mg2023-06-23Source
Lawsuit Parent company Cardinal Health, along with other distributors, was involved in lawsuits alleging their role in fueling the opioid crisis.2022Source
Recall Valsartan2018-07-13Source
Recall All liquid products manufactured by PharmaTech LLC and distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals and Rugby Laboratories2017-08-10Source
Lawsuit Parent company Cardinal Health agreed to a $44 million settlement for alleged violations of the Controlled Substances Act by failing to report suspicious orders of controlled substances.2016Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets a good supplement?

Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets received a product quality score of 56/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 1 active ingredients Of the 16 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 4 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets?

Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets contains 1 active ingredients: Iron (as Ferrous Sulfate) (65 mg). Notable high-dose ingredients include Iron at 361% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets safe to take?

Major Pharmaceuticals Ferrous Sulfate Green Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 16 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe. 4 ingredients are flagged for review: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Polyethylene Glycol, Mineral Oil. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

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