Supplements

[amy1808]

Hi can everyone tell me what supplements they take . I take

B12

VitD

Just ordered folic acid

[Ray46]

None, on doctor's instructions, due to many and varied interactions with warfarin. When I do, they are prescribed by doctor.

[HollyHeski Administrator]

Any vitamins or supplements should only be taken as per discussion with your APS specialist, as Ray said can interact with warfarin but also too much can also be a problem.

I am Vit D & B12 deficient, which I take prescribed supplements for them.

Until recently also iron deficient, which I tried tablets as well as liquid but now had an infusion, so levels are good now.

[MaryF Administrator]

HI, I take a lot and have done for years, but I am not on Warfarin, I also have a very very good nutritionist who I can go to if I need something sorted, a lot of supplements may upset your Warfarin, so please do seek medical advice. MaryF

[amy1808 in reply to MaryF]

I always ask my pharmacist

[lupus-support1 Administrator]

IMHO, Amy, you should not take anything without your doctor's knowledge. In some cases, people can "over dose" on what people consider to be harmless & natural products. With a healthy diet, you should be able to get all the supplements you need. If your blood tests show a problem, discuss this with your doctor. They are expensive to buy and often unnecessary unless you have a medical condition that requires additional medication.

With good wishes,

Ros

[Tucson]

I take quite a few but took them long before my Aps diagnosis, my doctors are all aware of what I take and why, none have ever raised any objections.