Possible Interactions with: Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
Chelation Therapy; EDTA; Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)Antibiotics, Cephalosporins -- Animal studies suggest that EDTA may increase the absorption of cefmetazole, an antibiotic in a class known as cephalosporins. However, further studies in humans are needed to draw definitive conclusions for people.
Vitamins and minerals -- EDTA chelation therapy may decrease levels of certain vitamins and minerals in the body, including vitamin C, magnesium, iron, and calcium.
Review Date: 6/7/2007
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