Shocking Truth: Are Your Medications Depleting Vital Nutrients? Find Out Now! | Dr. Eilbra Younan

Certain medications can deplete the body of essential nutrients, making it necessary to take specific supplements and vitamins to counteract these deficiencies.
Here are some common examples:
Statins (for cholesterol)
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10): Statins can lower CoQ10 levels, which may lead to muscle pain and fatigue.
Metformin (for diabetes)
Vitamin B12: Long-term use of metformin can reduce B12 absorption, potentially leading to deficiency.
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) (i.e. Pantoprazole, Omeprazole for acid reflux)
Magnesium: PPIs can cause magnesium depletion.
Calcium: Long-term use can affect calcium absorption, increasing the risk of fractures.
Vitamin B12: PPIs can also affect B12 absorption.
Diuretics ( i.e. Furosemide for high blood pressure and heart failure)
Potassium: Diuretics like thiazides can deplete potassium.
Magnesium: Some diuretics can also reduce magnesium levels.
Calcium: Certain diuretics can affect calcium levels.
Oral Contraceptives
Folic Acid: Birth control pills can lower folic acid levels.
Vitamin B6: Oral contraceptives can reduce B6 levels.
Magnesium: Birth control pills can also affect magnesium levels.
Corticosteroids (for inflammation)
Calcium and Vitamin D: Long-term corticosteroid use can lead to bone loss, requiring additional calcium and vitamin D.
Antibiotics (i.e. Trimethoprim and Bactrim)
Folic Acid (if used chronically)
Probiotics: Antibiotics can disrupt gut flora, so probiotics can help maintain healthy gut bacteria.
Anticonvulsants (i.e. Valproic acid, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine for epilepsy)
Vitamin D: Anticonvulsantscan interfere with vitamin D metabolism.
Folic Acid: These drugs can also reduce folic acid levels.
Blood Pressure Medications (ACE inhibitors and ARBs i.e. Lisinopril, Losartan)
Zinc: These medications can affect zinc levels.
Weight Loss Medications (Orlistat)
Multivitamin with A, D, E, and K
It is important to consult a healthcare provider before starting any supplements, as interactions with medications can occur.
Disclaimer:This content is strictly the opinion of Dr. Eilbra Younan, and all viewers of this content are advised to consult with their doctors regarding specific health questions, especially those taking prescriptions, and/or over-the-counter(OTC) medications before starting this or any nutrition or lifestyle change. This content is for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to provide medical advice or take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal doctor. Neither Dr. Eilbra Younan and/or publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health side-effects/consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this educational content.

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