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BAL In Oil and Multivitamins with minerals

Result of checking the interaction of BAL In Oil and Multivitamins with minerals for safety when used together.

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BAL In Oil <> Multivitamins with minerals

Relevance: 03.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.

Consumer:

Dimercaprol can bind with certain metals such as iron and selenium, forming a complex that is toxic to the kidneys. Products containing iron or selenium should not be used during dimercaprol therapy. If you are currently receiving or have recently received multivitamin with minerals, let your doctor know before receiving treatment with dimercaprol. You may need to wait at least 24 hours after the last dose of dimercaprol before you can start or resume multivitamin with minerals. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Dimercaprol can form a nephrotoxic chelate with certain metals such as cadmium, iron, and selenium.

MANAGEMENT: Preparations containing iron or selenium salts should not be administered during chelation therapy with dimercaprol and for at least 24 hours after the last dose of dimercaprol.

References:

Chenoweth MB "Clinical uses of metal-binding drugs." Clin Pharmacol Ther 9 (1968): 365-87
"Product Information. BAL in Oil (dimercaprol)." Becton Dickinson, Franklin Lakes, NJ.
Seffart G ed. "Drug Dosage in Renal Insufficiency." Dordrecht, South Holland, : Kluwer Academic Publishers (1991):

BAL In Oil

Generic Name: dimercaprol

Brand Name: BAL In Oil

Synonyms: BAL in Oil

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