Who should not take phosphate tablets?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

You should not take phosphate tablets if you have certain medical conditions. People with lupus, blood issues, and rheumatoid arthritis should not take phosphate tablets. In addition, you should not take this drug if you have taken quinacrine in the recent past. Do not take phosphate tablets if you are allergic to them. Talk to your doctor before you start taking any phosphate supplements.

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