Medication | Nutrients Lost | Potential Health Problems |
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Antacids |
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Magnesium Hydroxide Examples include: Mylanta, Maalox, Gaviscon, Rolaids, Alternagel |
Calcium Phosphate Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Skeletal problems, low energy Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss |
Sodium Bicarbonate Examples include: |
Potassium Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss |
Anti-Anxiety |
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Diazepam (Valium) |
Melatonin |
Insomnia, depression, growth hormone deficiency, blood sugar changes, decreased protection against cancer and aging |
Antibiotics |
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Penicillin Cephalexin (Keflex) Levofloxacin (Levaquin) Erythromycin Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (Bactrim/Septra) Tetracycline |
Helpful bacteria Vitamin K Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin B7 (Biotin) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Potassium (specific to penicillin, amoxicillin and amoxicillin/clavulanic acid) Calcium (specific to tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline) Magnesium (specific to tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline) Iron (specific to tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline) Zinc (specific to tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline) |
Yeast infections, incomplete nutrient and food absorption Excessive bleeding, bone weakening Depression, memory loss, muscle weakness, irritability Problems with the skin (acne, scaly skin), problems with the eyes (sensitivity to light), cracked, dry mucous membranes Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Hair loss, depression, cardiovascular disease, skin problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurological effects Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, asthmatic attacks Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function and slow wound healing Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Isoniazid |
Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin D Calcium |
Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia |
Ethambutol (Myambutol) |
Zinc Copper |
Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction Anemia (tiredness, weakness), increased cholesterol, loss of connective tissue |
Rifampin (Rifadin) |
Vitamin D |
Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss |
Cycloserine (Seromycin) |
Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Calcium Magnesium Vitamin K |
Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, asthmatic attacks Excessive bleeding, bone weakening |
Para-aminosalicylic acid (Paser) |
Vitamin B12 |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems |
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) |
Calcium Vitamin D |
High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss |
Anticonvulsants |
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Barbiturates Examples include: |
Vitamin B7 (biotin) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin D Vitamin K Calcium |
Hair loss, depression, cardiovascular disease, skin problems Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss Excessive bleeding, bone weakening High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia |
Phenytoin (Dilantin) |
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) Vitamin B7 (biotin) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K Calcium DHA fatty acid |
Depression, memory loss, muscle weakness, irritability Hair loss, depression, cardiovascular disease, skin problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Excessive bleeding, bone weakening High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Memory loss, neurologic problems |
Carbamazepine (Tegretol) |
Vitamin B7 (biotin) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin D Vitamin E DHA fatty acid |
Hair loss, depression, cardiovascular disease, skin problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Memory loss, neurologic problems |
Primidone (Mysoline) |
Vitamin B7 (biotin) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin D |
Hair loss, depression, cardiovascular disease, skin problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss |
Valproic Acid (Depakene/Depacon) |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin E Carnitine DHA fatty acid Copper Selenium Zinc |
Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Fatigue, muscle cramps/weakness Memory loss, neurologic problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), increased cholesterol, loss of connective tissue Increased risk of cancer and premature aging Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Antidiabetic |
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Glipizide (Glucotrol) |
Coenzyme Q10 |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels |
Metformin (Glucophage) |
Coenzyme Q10 Vitamin B12 Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss |
Antihistamine |
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Hydroxyzine (Atarax, Vistaril) |
Melatonin |
Insomnia, depression, growth hormone deficiency, blood sugar changes, decreased protection against cancer and aging |
Anti-inflammatory drugs |
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Corticosteroids (prednisone, prednisolone (Orapred), methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol, Medrol), dexamethasone (Decadron) |
Vitamin A Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Vitamin C Vitamin D Calcium Chromium Magnesium Potassium Selenium Zinc |
Vision problems, unhealthy bones, epithelial tissue (mouth, skin, cervix, bladder, stomach, lungs) damage Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems Weakened immune system (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), decreased protection against cancer and aging Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Blood sugar dysregulation, insulin resistance, elevated lipids Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, asthmatic attacks Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Increased risk of cancer and premature aging Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Aspirin |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) Vitamin C Calcium Iron Sodium Potassium |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Weakened immune system (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), decreased protection against cancer and aging High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function and slow wound healing Muscle weakness, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness, nervous disorders, thirst Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness |
Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss |
Indomethacin (Indocin) |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Iron |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function and slow wound healing |
Celecoxib (Celebrex), ibuprofen (Motrin), mefenamic acid (Ponstel), piroxicam (Feldene), naproxen (Naprosyn) |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss |
Anti-Parkinson’s |
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Levodopa |
Potassium Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) SAMe |
Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Estrogen metabolism alterations, liver disease, cardiovascular disease, insomnia, depression, nervous problems, cell death |
Anti-HIV |
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Zidovudine |
Vitamin B12 Copper Zinc Carnitine |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems Anemia (tiredness, weakness), increased cholesterol, loss of connective tissue Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction Fatigue, muscle cramps/weakness |
Respiratory Medications |
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Theophylline (Theo-24) |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) |
Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS |
Albuterol |
Potassium |
Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness |
Cardiovascular Medications |
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ACE Inhibitors |
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benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), quinipril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace) |
Zinc |
Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Beta-Blockers |
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Acebutolol (Sectral), atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), betaxolol (Kerlone), bisoprolol (Zebeta, Monocor), esmolol (Brevibloc), labetolol (Trandate), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol-XL), nadolol (Corgard), pindolol (Visken), propranolol (Inderal), sotalol, timolol (Blocadren) |
Coenzyme Q10 Melatonin |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Insomnia, depression, growth hormone deficiency, blood sugar changes, decreased protection against cancer and aging |
Calcium Channel Blockers |
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Nifedipine (Nifedical, Procardia), verapamil (Calan, Verelan) |
Potassium |
Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness |
Cardiac Glycosides |
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Digoxin (Lanoxin) |
Calcium Magnesium Phosphorous Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) |
High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, premenstrual syndrome, asthmatic attacks Skeletal problems, low energy Depression, memory loss, muscle weakness, irritability |
Antihypertensives |
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Clonidine (Catapress), methyldopa |
Coenzyme Q10 |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels |
Hydralazine (Apresoline) |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Coenzyme Q10 |
Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels |
Furosemide (Lasix), bumetanide (Bumex), ethacrynic acid (Edecrin), torsemide (Demadex) |
Calcium Magnesium Potassium Sodium Zinc Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin C |
High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, premenstrual syndrome, asthmatic attacks Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Muscle weakness, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness, nervous disorders, thirst Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction Depression, memory loss, muscle weakness, irritability Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Weakened immune system (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), decreased protection against cancer and aging |
Amiloride (Midamor), triamterene (Dyrenium), eplerenone (Inspra), spironolactone (Aldactone) |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Calcium Zinc |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Chlorthiazide (Diuril), hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide) |
Coenzyme Q10 Magnesium Potassium Sodium Zinc |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, premenstrual syndrome, asthmatic attacks Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Muscle weakness, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness, nervous disorders, thirst Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Cholesterol-Lowering Agents |
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Atorvastatin (Lipitor), fluvastatin (Lescol, Lescol XL), lovastatin (Mevacor), pravastatin (Pravachol), rosuvastatin (Crestor), simvastatin (Zocor), simvastatin/ezetimibe (Vytorin), lovastatin/niacin (Advicor), atorvastatin/amlodipine (Caduet) |
Coenzyme Q10 |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels |
Cholestyramine (Questran), colestipol (Colestid) |
Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K Almost any other vitamin or mineral can be affected |
Vision problems, unhealthy bones, epithelial tissue (mouth, skin, cervix, bladder, stomach, lungs) damage Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Excessive bleeding, bone weakening |
Clofibrate (Atromid-S), fenofibrate (Tricor) |
Vitamin B12 Vitamin E Copper Zinc |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Anemia (tiredness, weakness), increased cholesterol, loss of connective tissue Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Gemfibrozil (Lopid) |
Coenzyme Q10 Vitamin E |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer |
Electrolytes |
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Potassium Chloride (Klor-Con, K-Dur) |
Vitamin B12 |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurologic problems |
Hormones |
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Oral contraceptives |
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Vitamin B3 (niacin) Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Vitamin C Vitamin E Magnesium Selenium Zinc |
Depression, memory loss, muscle weakness, irritability Problems with the skin (acne, scaly skin), eyes (sensitivity to light, cracked, dry mucous membranes Problems with the skin, intestinal and nervous systems Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurological effects Weakened immune system (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), decreased protection against cancer and aging Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, premenstrual syndrome, asthmatic attacks Increased risk of cancer and premature aging Slow wound healing, decreased immune system function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections), loss of taste and smell, sexual dysfunction |
Estrogen replacement therapy |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) Magnesium |
Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS Cardiovascular problems such as abnormal heartbeats and blood pressures, weak bones, muscle weakness/cramps, tiredness, anxiety, nervousness, premenstrual syndrome, asthmatic attacks |
Anti-Gout |
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Colchicine (Zyloprim) |
Vitamin A Vitamin B12 Calcium Potassium Phosphorous Sodium |
Vision problems, unhealthy bones, epithelial tissue (mouth, skin, cervix, bladder, stomach, lungs) damage Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurological effects High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness Skeletal problems, low energy Muscle weakness, poor concentration, fatigue, dizziness, nervous disorders, thirst |
Laxatives |
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Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) |
Potassium |
Tiredness, edema, abnormal heartbeat and blood pressure, mental confusion, dizziness, muscle weakness |
Mineral Oil |
Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K Calcium Phosphorous |
Vision problems, unhealthy bones, epithelial tissue (mouth, skin, cervix, bladder, stomach, lungs) damage Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss Cardiovascular disease, decreased protection against cancer Excessive bleeding, bone weakening High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Skeletal problems, low energy |
Antidepressants |
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Amitriptyline (Elavil), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Adapin), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor) |
Coenzyme Q10 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Problems with the skin (acne, scaly skin), eyes (sensitivity to light, cracked, dry mucous membranes |
Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), promazine (Sparine), thioridazine (Thioril), fluphenazine (Prolixin), perphenazine, prochlorperazine (Compazine) |
Coenzyme Q10 Melatonin Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) |
Decreased protection against cancer and aging, tiredness, congestive heart failure, increased lipid levels Insomnia, depression, growth hormone deficiency, blood sugar changes, decreased protection against cancer and aging Problems with the skin (acne, scaly skin), eyes (sensitivity to light, cracked, dry mucous membranes |
phenelzine (Nardil) |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) |
Depression, insomnia, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, PMS |
Thyroid medication |
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Levothyroxine (Levothroid, Levoxyl) |
Iron |
Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function and slow wound healing |
Medications used for the gastrointestinal system |
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Cimetidine (Tagamet), famotidine (Pepcid), ranitidine (Zantac) |
Vitamin B9 (folic acid) Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Calcium Iron Zinc |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), birth defects, abnormal growth of the cervix, increased homocysteine levels which may help contribute to cardiovascular disease, hair loss Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurological effects Bone and muscle weakness, hearing loss High blood pressure, thinning and weakening of the bones, muscle cramps, tooth decay, muscle pain, insomnia Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function and slow wound healing Anemia (weakness, tiredness), decreased immune function (increased susceptibility to infections and decreased ability to fight off infections) and slow wound healing |
Esomeprazole (Nexium), dexlansoprazole (Kapidex), lansoprazole (Prevacid), omeprazole (Prilosec, Zegerid), pantoprazole (Protonix) |
Vitamin B12 |
Anemia (tiredness, weakness), depression, increased risk for cardiovascular disease, adverse neurological effects |
**Medications not consumed orally (eye drops for example) are not as likely to cause these effects**
**The longer a medication is used the more likely nutrient loss will occur. One time use of a drug is less likely to cause these effects compared to daily use**
**More information? Read Dr. James LaValle’s book The Nutritional Cost of Drugs, available at Pharmacy Solutions**
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