Animal studies suggest that antacids may reduce the body's ability to absorb
chromium. Although it is unclear how this research relates to humans at this
time, it may be advisable to avoid taking chromium supplements at the same time
as antacids. Clinical studies have demonstrated that people with Type I or Type II
diabetes who take chromium supplements may require lower doses of medications
such as insulin, metformin, or sulfonylureas (a class of medications used to
treat Type II diabetes that includes glyburide, glimepiride, and
others). |
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