Medications:
- Chlorpromazine
- Fluphenazine
- Permitil Oral
- Prolixin Decanoate Injection
- Prolixin Enanthate Injection
- Prolixin Injection
- Prolixin Oral
- Mesoridazine
- Perphenazine
- Prochlorperazine
- Thioridazine
- Trifluoperazine
Depletions:
Coenzyme Q10 A deficiency of the antioxidant coenzyme Q10 may be associated with long-term conditions including heart disease and high blood pressure. Symptoms of deficiency include gingivitis, and weakened immune function.
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) Symptoms of vitamin B2 deficiency are sore throat, lesions of the oral cavity, including cracks at the corners of the mouth, inflammation of the skin, and other skin changes.
Editorial Note:
The selected depletions information presented here identifies some of the nutrients that may be depleted by certain medications. The signs and symptoms associated with nutrient deficiency may also indicate conditions other than nutrient deficiency. If you are experiencing any of the signs or symptoms mentioned, it does not necessarily mean that you are nutrient deficient. Nutrient depletion depends upon a number of factors, including your medical history, diet, and lifestyle as well as the length of time you have been taking the medication. Please consult your health care provider; he or she can best assess and address your individual health care needs, and determine if you are at risk for nutrient depletions from these medications as well as others not listed here.
- Reviewed last on: 12/24/2007
- Steven D. Ehrlich, NMD, private practice specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, Phoenix, AZ. Review provided by VeriMed HealthCare Network. Also reviewed by Ernest B. Hawkins, MS, BSPharm, RPh, Health Education Resources.
Supporting Research
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Powers HJ. Riboflavin (vitamin B-2) and health. Am J Clin Nutr. 2003;77(6):1352-60.
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