Does Chromium Cause Headache?

Dr. McLeod

Hello, I took one 250 mcg chromium piclonate and got a headache within
a couple of hours – then felt general unwell after about 6 hours. I
would like to try this for depression, but the number 1 reason I don’t
take anti-depressants is because I don’t like the side effects. Will
the side effects with chromium subside?

ANSWER:  Headaches are very commom and there are many possible explanations for yours.  I’m not aware that chromium causes headaches.  The mild side effects of chromium — “caffeine-like” effects and vivid dreams -  do tend to disappear.  Please keep me posted

Malcolm McLeod MD

Can Chromium Cause Insomnia?

Dr. McLeod

I have taken 1,000 mcg of chromium for about 5 days
now. The only problem I am having is, I am having a hard time falling
asleep and staying asleep at night. Read more

Does Chromium Cause Irregular Heartbeats?

Dr McLeod,
I read that chromium(whatever the brand)could induce irregular
heartbeats.What is your pactical experience about that? First of all
is it possible?either maybe the dosages are into question or anything
else(chronic diseases,other drugs interaction)?Please,what is your
practical experience about this side effect?
Thank you very much.

A.C.

Dear A.C. No person has ever reported to me that chromium causes irregular heartbeats.  There are many possible causes, such as lack of exercise, excess caffeine, nicotine, prescription medications, and anxiety. You must check in with your primary physician and look for the cause. Please let me know.

Thank you for contacting me.

Malcolm McLeod MD

Chromium’s Help with Mood and Concentration

Hi Dr. Mcleod,

This is a comment and a question. But first, I want to say I’m very
happy you have done this research on chromium. I have known about the
benifits of this mineral for years. Read more

Chromium Plus Prozac: Serotonin Syndrome?

Dear Dr. McLeod,

I am taking 40mg of prozac a day. Can this safely be combined with
Chromium Pico without inducing seretonin syndrome. I worry about this?
Thanks I suffer from atypical depression and panic disorder.

Thank you.

KK

ANSWER:

Dear K

Some of my patients take chromium with Porzac. They report that chromium boosts the efficacy of Porzac.  Infrequently, however,  antidepressant medications can cause serotonin syndrome, and the addition of chromium may increase this possible adverse event.

 If you believe you are developing serotonin syndrome, immediately contact your primary physician or go the the emergency room.

Please write to me with a follow-up report.

Maalcolm McLeod, MD

Does chromium induced jitters go away?

Does Chromium Negatively Interact With Valium Or Lamictal?

Dear Dr. Mc Leod.
Thank you very much for a wonderful website and important research. My
question is the following: Does chromium interact negatively with
valium or lamictal?

Again, thanks!

Paul

Thank you for contacting me, Paul.    Both Valium and Lamictal can cause undesirable side effects, but I am not aware  that chromium adversely interacts with either Valium or Lamictal.

Q Does Chromium Cause a Metallic Taste?

Hi Dr Mc Leod
A quick question. I started 200 mg of chromium last week and increased to 300 yesterday. I now find I have a metallic taste in my mouth. Read more

Soreness in Kidney Area

Hi Dr Mc Leod,
I have been searching for a cure for depression, low mood/ motivation for years. I am currently trying chromium and am in the first week of taking it. I notice a little soreness Read more

Can chromium cause agitation/mania?

QUESTION:

Dear Dr McLeod.
I have started taking chromium on a low dose of around 400mcg a day and become very hyper and jittery and my mind races. Read more

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