Lima Memorial Health System Logo
Approximate ER WAIT TIME
5
Lima Memorial eHealth
Careers
Ways to Give

Health Library

Possible Interactions with: Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
 
Print-Friendly
Bookmarks

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.

BACK TO TOP

    The Basics

     

      Advanced Study

       
       

       

       

       
       

      Review Date: 6/7/2007  

      Reviewed By: Ernest B. Hawkins, MS, BSPharm, RPh, Health Education Resources; and Steven D. Ehrlich, N.M.D., private practice specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, Phoenix, AZ. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

      The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Links to other sites are provided for information only -- they do not constitute endorsements of those other sites. © 1997- A.D.A.M., Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.
      adam.com