Severe Arsenic Poisoning Due to Ayurvedic Supplements

Authors

Jeremy Hardin
Justin Seltzer
Raymond Suhandynata
Benjamin Spiegel
Robin Silver
Diane Thomas
Henrik Galust
Nathan Friedman
Richard Clark
Jeremiah Momper

Publication Date

7-1-2023

Journal

Clinical Case Reports

Abstract

Patients that are taking Ayurvedic supplements have an increased risk of heavy metal toxicity. Lead, arsenic, and mercury are frequently identified in these supplements and can cause clinically significant toxicity. Clinicians should screen patients routinely for use of non-pharmaceutical medications and supplements.

Keywords

arsenic, ayurvedic supplements, heavy metal poisoning, lead

Comments

PMID: 37492071