Quantum Lecithin Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Quantum Lecithin against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Quantum Lecithin is a dietary supplement by Quantum Nutrition Labs with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing or treating low potassium (hypokalemia), supporting healthy blood pressure, muscle cramps.Based on those ingredients, 78 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Potassium, Choline. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Quantum Lecithin is a powder with 3 active ingredients. Potassium is an electrolyte your body needs for heart rhythm, muscle function, and nerve signals.
Soy lecithin is a phospholipid extracted from soybeans, sometimes used as an emulsifier and nutrient source. Choline is a compound involved in brain function, cell structure, and metabolism.
The product contains no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for this product's effectiveness is limited. Soy lecithin is rated likely ineffective for Alzheimer disease and has insufficient evidence for age-related cognitive decline, hepatic steatosis from total parenteral nutrition, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Choline is rated possibly ineffective for athletic performance and has insufficient evidence for bronchitis, cognitive decline, hepatic steatosis, hay fever, and Alzheimer disease. No effectiveness ratings are established in our data for potassium as a supplement ingredient in this context.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Potassium is generally well tolerated in food, but supplements can cause dangerously high blood levels, especially in people with kidney disease—use only under medical guidance. Common side effects from oral potassium include abdominal pain, belching, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting.
Rare serious effects include abnormal heart rhythm, heart block, low blood pressure, and mental confusion from high blood levels. Soy lecithin is generally well tolerated and likely safe in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Oral side effects include abdominal pain, diarrhea, fullness, and nausea. People with egg or soy allergies may experience allergic skin reactions.
Choline is likely safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding when used as advised by your doctor, but high-dose supplements (over 3.5 grams daily) can cause a fishy body odor, diarrhea, nausea, sweating, and vomiting.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take potassium-sparing diuretics (Moderate risk of high blood potassium), ACE inhibitors (Moderate risk), ARBs (Moderate risk), or atropine (Minor risk of reduced atropine effect). High blood potassium from combining supplements with these drugs can be serious.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Quantum Lecithin is worth considering if you're looking to add these three nutrients, though evidence for its intended benefits is weak or absent. If you take a potassium-sparing diuretic, ACE inhibitor, ARB, or atropine, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting—potassium interactions with blood pressure medications are a real concern.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 24, 2024.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Quantum Lecithin, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Quantum Nutrition Labs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 807735113605 |
| Net contents | 10 Ounce(s); 295 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 302350 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1%, 1% |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2%, 2% |
| Total Fat | 4 Gram(s) | 5%, 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 Gram(s) | 5%, 5% |
| Soy Lecithin | 6 Gram(s) | -- |
| Choline | 170 mg | 31%, 31% |
Other ingredients: None
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Take one tablespoon, 2 times daily mixed in food for excellent fatty acid transport.
Formula
Pure quantum-state lecithin granules with key phosphatidyl complexes that support brain and nerve function
Choline is an essential nutrient critical for brain development. Emerging research suggests maternal choline intake during pregnancy has the potential to support healthy brain development and cognition. Quantum Lecithin provides an excellent source of choline.
Quantum Lecithin with phosphatidyl complexes
OU (Kosher)
We are proud to offer many OU Kosher Certified products.
Precautions
Tamper seal: Use only if the inner seal is intact.
Consult your health practitioner if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition, before taking this product.
Contains soy
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Formulation
Brain and nerve support Fat emulsifier
Non-GMO
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Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size6 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container49 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Potassium
Interacts with62 drugs
Potassium is an essential mineral your body needs for nerve signals, muscle function, and a steady heartbeat, and most people get enough from a balanc...
Potassium monograph & interactionsSoy Lecithin
No knowninteractions
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting...
Soy Lecithin monograph & interactionsCholine
Interacts with16 drugs
Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like egg...
Choline monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Quantum Lecithin by Quantum Nutrition Labs contains potassium and choline, both of which have documented interactions with medications.
The most serious concern is potassium's Moderate-severity risk with potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills that preserve potassium), ACE inhibitors, and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)—all of which can cause dangerously high blood potassium levels (hyperkalemia) when combined with potassium supplements.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Choline carries a Minor-severity interaction with atropine, a medication used for certain conditions; theoretically, choline might reduce atropine's effects in the brain.
Soy lecithin, the third active ingredient, has no interactions documented in our data.
Altogether, these interactions span 78 individual medications. Use the medication checker below to see whether any of your prescriptions are affected before you start this product.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Quantum Lecithin interact with 78 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 3 ingredients in Quantum Lecithin interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Potassium Choline
AmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAzilsartanEdarbi
How Azilsartan interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Azilsartan interactionAzilsartan, ChlorthalidoneEdarbyclor
How Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Azilsartan, Chlorthalidone interactionBenazeprilLotensin
How Benazepril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Benazepril interactionBenazepril, HydrochlorothiazideLotensin HCT
How Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Benazepril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionBendroflumethiazide, PotassiumCentyl K, Neo-NaClex-K
How Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Bendroflumethiazide, Potassium interactionBumetanide, PotassiumBurinex K
How Bumetanide, Potassium interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Bumetanide, Potassium interactionCandesartan CilexetilAmias, Atacand
How Candesartan Cilexetil interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Candesartan Cilexetil interactionCandesartan Cilexetil, HydrochlorothiazideAtacand HCT
How Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Candesartan Cilexetil, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCaptoprilAcepril, Capoten
How Captopril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Captopril interactionCaptopril, HydrochlorothiazideAcezide, Capozide
How Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Captopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionCilazaprilInhibace
How Cilazapril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Cilazapril interactionDibasic Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Monohydrate (prescription Drug)K-Phos Neutral
How Dibasic Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Monohydrate (prescription Drug) interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Dibasic Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic Potassium Phosphate, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate Monohydrate (prescription Drug) interactionDiltiazem, EnalaprilTeczem
How Diltiazem, Enalapril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Diltiazem, Enalapril interactionDrospirenoneDrospirenone
How Drospirenone interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Drospirenone interactionDrospirenone, EstetrolNextstellis
How Drospirenone, Estetrol interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Drospirenone, Estetrol interactionDrospirenone, Ethinyl EstradiolAngeliq, Gianvi, Yasmin
How Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Drospirenone, Ethinyl Estradiol interactionEnalapril MaleateEpaned, Vasotec
How Enalapril Maleate interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Enalapril Maleate interactionEnalapril Maleate, FelodipineLexxel
How Enalapril Maleate, Felodipine interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Enalapril Maleate, Felodipine interactionEnalapril Maleate, HydrochlorothiazideVaseretic
How Enalapril Maleate, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Enalapril Maleate, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionEprosartanTeveten
How Eprosartan interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Eprosartan interactionEthinyl Estradiol, DrospirenoneYaz
How Ethinyl Estradiol, Drospirenone interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Ethinyl Estradiol, Drospirenone interactionFinerenoneKerendia
How Finerenone interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Finerenone interactionFosinoprilMonopril
How Fosinopril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Fosinopril interactionFosinopril, HydrochlorothiazideMonopril HCT
How Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionFurosemide, PotassiumDiumide-K Continus, Lasikal
How Furosemide, Potassium interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumPotassium-sparing Diuretics Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Furosemide, Potassium interactionHydrochlorothiazide, IrbesartanAvalide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAngiotensin Receptor Blockers (arbs) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LisinoprilPrinzide, Zestoretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interacts with Quantum Lecithin — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
PotassiumAce Inhibitors (aceis) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Read the full Potassium + Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Quantum Lecithin with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Potassium
Ace Inhibitors (Aceis)
Using ACEIs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
ACEIs block the actions of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and reduce potassium excretion. Concomitant use of these drugs with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia. However, concomitant use of these drugs with moderate dietary potassium intake (about 3775-5200 mg daily) does not increase serum potassium levels.
Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (Arbs)
Using ARBs with high doses of potassium increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
ARBs block the actions of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system and reduce potassium excretion. Concomitant use of these drugs with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia. However, concomitant use of these drugs with moderate dietary potassium intake (about 3775-5200 mg daily) does not increase serum potassium levels.
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Concomitant use increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Using potassium-sparing diuretics with potassium supplements increases the risk of hyperkalemia.
Choline
Atropine
Theoretically, choline might decrease the effects of atropine in the brain.
Animal research shows that administering choline one hour before administering atropine can attenuate atropine-induced decreases in brain levels of acetylcholine. Theoretically, concomitant use of choline and atropine may decrease the effects of atropine.
Brand information
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The Full Monographs Behind Quantum Lecithin’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Potassium
Interacts with 62 drugsPotassium is an essential mineral your body needs for nerve signals, muscle function, and a steady heartbeat, and most people get enough from a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables. P...
Read the full Potassium monograph → Herb & supplement monographLecithin
Lecithin is a natural fatty substance found in foods and made by the body that is widely used as a supplement and food emulsifier. Evidence supporting most of its health claims is limited, t...
Read the full Lecithin monograph → Herb & supplement monographCholine
Interacts with 16 drugsCholine is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like eggs, meat, and fish. Supplements may help...
Read the full Choline monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Quantum Lecithin's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 35 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Potassium 12 references
- McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
- Gennaro A. Remington: The Science and Practice of Pharmacy. 19th ed. Lippincott: Williams & Wilkins, 1996.
- Whelton PK, He J, Cutler JA, et al. Effects of oral potassium on blood pressure. Meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials. JAMA 1997;277:1624-32. PubMed
- Phillips, C. O., Kashani, A., Ko, D. K., Francis, G., and Krumholz, H. M. Adverse effects of combination angiotensin II receptor blockers plus angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors for left ventricular dysfunction: a quantitative review of data from ra DOI
- Altieri, P. I., Herrero, C., Suero, R., and Ortiz, A. Bleeding duodenal ulcer in a patient taking slow-releasing potassium tablets. Bol.Asoc.Med P.R. 1977;69(8):276.
- Raf, L. E. Enteric-coated potassium chloride tablets and ulcer of the small intestine. Acta Chir Scand Suppl 1967;(374):1-87.
- Potassium chloride oral solution [package insert]. Allentown, PA: Lehigh Valley Technologies, Inc.; 2014.
- Potassium chloride injection [package insert]. Lake Forest, IL: Hospira Inc.; 2009.
- Patel RB, Tannenbaum S, Viana-Tejedor A, et al. Serum potassium levels, cardiac arrhythmias, and mortality following non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction or unstable angina: insights from MERLIN-TIMI 36. Eur Heart J Acute Cardiovasc Care 2017 Feb;6(1):1 PubMed
- Malta D, Arcand J, Ravindran A, Floras V, Allard JP, Newton GE. Adequate intake of potassium does not cause hyperkalemia in hypertensive individuals taking medications that antagonize the renin angiotensin aldosterone system. Am J Clin Nutr 2016 Oct;104(4 PubMed
- Keskin M, Kaya A, Tatlisu MA, et al. The effect of serum potassium level on in-hospital and long-term mortality in ST elevation myocardial infarction. Int J cardiol. 2016 Oct 15;221:505-10.
- Stallings VA, Harrison M, Oria M; Committee to Review the Dietary Reference Intakes for Sodium and Potassium, Food and Nutrition Board, Health and Medicine Division, National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Washington (DC): National Acad
Lecithin 9 references
- Buchman AL, Dubin M, Jenden D, et al. Lecithin increases plasma free choline and decreases hepatic steatosis in long-term total parenteral nutrition patients. Gastroenterology 1992;102:1363-70.
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
- Chatellier G, Lacomblez L. Tacrine (tetrahydroaminoacridine; THA) and lecithin in senile dementia of the Alzheimer type: a multicentre trial. Groupe Francais d'Etude de la Tetrahydroaminoacridine. BMJ 1990;300:495-9.
- Gelenberg AJ, Dorer DJ, Wojcik JD, et al. A crossover study of lecithin treatment of tardive dyskinesia. J Clin Psychiatry 1990;51:149-53.
- Little A, Levy R, Chuaqui-Kidd P, Hand D. A double-blind, placebo controlled trial of high-dose lecithin in Alzheimer's disease. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 1985;48:736-42. PubMed
- Palm M, Moneret-Vautrin DA, Kanny G, et al. Food allergy to egg and soy lecithins. Allergy 1999;54:1116-7. PubMed
- Drachman DA, Glosser G, Fleming P, et al. Memory decline in the aged: treatment with lecithin and physostigmine. Neurology 1982;32:944-50. PubMed
- Gelenberg, A. J., Doller-Wojcik, J. C., and Growdon, J. H. Choline and lecithin in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia: preliminary results from a pilot study. Am J Psychiatry 1979;136(6):772-776. PubMed
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21, Chapter 1, Subchapter B, Part 184: Direct food substances affirmed as Generally Recognized as Safe. Subpart B - listing of specific substances affirmed as GRAS. Sec. 184.1400 Lecithin. Available at: https:
Choline 14 references
- Yates AA, Schlicker SA, Suitor CW. Dietary reference intakes: The new basis for recommendations for calcium and related nutrients, B vitamins, and choline. J Am Diet Assoc 1998;98:699-706. PubMed
- Cho E, Willett WC, Colditz GA, et al. Dietary choline and betaine and the risk of distal colorectal adenoma in women. J Natl Cancer Inst 2007;99:1224-31. PubMed
- Schmidt, C., Abicht, A., Krampfl, K., Voss, W., Stucka, R., Mildner, G., Petrova, S., Schara, U., Mortier, W., Bufler, J., Huebner, A., and Lochmuller, H. Congenital myasthenic syndrome due to a novel missense mutation in the gene encoding choline acetyl
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