From the Nutrition Science News

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Drug	Nutrient Depletions	Potential Depletion Problems
"Non–Steroidal Anti–inflammatory Drugs" (NSAIDs)
Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Sulindac, Piroxicam, Diclofenac, Diflunisal, Etodolac, Fenoprofen, Ketoprofen, Ketorolac, Meclofenamate, Nabumetone, Tolmetin, Mefenamic Acid*	folic acid
Celecoxib**
Indomethacin***	folic acid	anemia, birth defects, cardiovascular disease, cervical dysplasia
	iron	anemia, brittle nails, fatigue, hair loss, weakness
"Salicylates"
aspirin, choline magnesium trisalicylate, choline salicylate*	folic acid	anemia, birthdefects, cardiovascular disease, cervical dysplasia
	iron	anemia, brittle nails, fatigue, hair loss, weakness
	potassium	edema, fatigue, irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness
	sodium	dehydration, loss of appetite, poor concentration, muscle weakness
	vitamin C	easy bruising, poor wound healing, weakened immune system
salsalate*	folic acid	anemia, birth defects, cardiovascular disease, cervical dysplasia
* Salicylates are taken for arthritis, fever and pain. A sampling of the brand names available includes Anacin, Anthropan, Argesic-SA, Bayer, Salgesic, Tricosal and Trilisate.
The scientific basis for this information is from published studies using these drugs or drugs from the same pharmacological class. Advise customers to ask their doctor or pharmacist if any of their medications can cause nutrient depletions.
Reprinted with permission from Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion Handbook (Lexi-Comp, 1999) by Ross Pelton, Ph.D., C.N.; James B. LaValle, N.D., C.N., D.H.M.; Ernest B. Hawkins, and Daniel L. Krinsky.

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