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Selenium
How Selenium works
Selenium provides essential nutrients.
Side Effects
Nervous system disorder, Fatigue, Garlic breath odor, Irritation, Rash, Hair loss, Nail disorder
Usage
Selenium is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can I take selenium with synthyroid/ levothyroxine/ armour thyroid/ thyroxin?There are no known interactions of selenium with any thyroid preparations such as synthyroid/ levothyroxine/ armour thyroid/ thyroxin. Selenium which is a part of selenoprotein (iodothyronine deiodinases) is essential for the conversion of thyroxine (T4) to the biologically active thyroid hormone triiodothyronine (T3) thereby it is important in thyroid hormone functioning
Q. Can I take selenium with calcium?There are no known interactions of selenium with minerals such as calcium
Q. Can I take selenium with other vitamins/ vitamin C/ zinc?Yes. Selenium (gluthathione peroxidase) has been reported to support the activity of vitamin E in limiting the oxidation of lipids (fats). Selenium also interacts with zinc (it affects cellular redox status). Selenium can, however, be taken with vitamins/ zinc; the combinations are available as a part of multivitamin preparation
Q. Can I take selenium with statins?There are no known interactions of selenium with statins. Always follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use
Q. Can I take selenium with warfarin?There are no known interactions of selenium with warfarin. Always follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
