Fulvic Acid: Overview, Uses, Side Effects, Precautions, Interactions, Dosing and Reviews

Overview

Fulvic acid is a group of chemicals that forms when plants and animals break down. It's found in humus (organic matter) of soil, peat, streams, and lakes.

Fulvic acid might block reactions in the body that cause allergy symptoms. It might also reduce swelling and prevent or slow the growth of cancer.

People use fulvic acid for hay fever, Alzheimer disease, eczema, cancer, fatigue, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Uses & Effectiveness

We currently have no information for Fulvic Acid overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Fulvic acid is possibly safe when used for up to 7 days. It seems to be well-tolerated. Side effects might include diarrhea, headache, and sore throat.

When applied to the skin: Fulvic acid is possibly safe when used for up to 4 weeks.

Special Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if fulvic acid is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Autoimmune diseases: Fulvic acid might increase the activity of the immune system. This might worsen some autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Kashin-Beck Disease: Fulvic acid in drinking water might increase the risk of developing Kashin-Beck bone disease. It is thought that the risk is greatest in regions where people do not receive enough selenium in their diet.

Interactions

Moderate Interaction

Be cautious with this combination

Medications that slow blood clotting (Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs) interacts with Fulvic Acid
Fulvic acid might slow blood clotting. Taking fulvic acid along with medications that also slow blood clotting might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Medications that decrease the immune system (Immunosuppressants) interacts with Fulvic Acid
Fulvic acid can increase the activity of the immune system. Some medications, such as those used after a transplant, decrease the activity of the immune system. Taking fulvic acid along with these medications might decrease the effects of these medications.
Thyroid hormone interacts with Fulvic Acid
Fulvic acid affects thyroid hormone levels. Taking fulvic acid with thyroid hormone might interfere with therapy to make thyroid function normal.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of fulvic acid might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.

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