Can You Take Iron and Molybdenum Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Iron and molybdenum have a reciprocal relationship — high iron may reduce molybdenum absorption, and molybdenum may affect iron metabolism.

How to arrange timing

Consider separating iron and molybdenum by 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: NIH ODS Molybdenum Fact Sheet; Lener J, Bibr B, 1984

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.