What should I know about metal-4 combination before receiving it?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

Before receiving metal-4 combination, you should know that it can only be administered intravenously by a medical professional. It should not be administered with equipment containing aluminum, as the materials can interact. Metal-4 should be used with extreme caution in people with kidney problems, as it is metabolized through the kidneys. Although rare, metal-4 combination can cause symptoms of toxicity. If this occurs, you should not continue using this supplement.

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