Selenium (Selenomethionine) Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Selenium (Selenomethionine) 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
Selenium (Selenomethionine) is a dietary supplement by Pure Encapsulations with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for thyroid health support, antioxidant support, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 321 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Selenium. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations
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
This product contains one active ingredient: selenium in the form of selenomethionine, an amino acid form your body can readily use. The capsule also holds hypoallergenic plant fiber, ascorbyl palmitate (a form of vitamin C used as a preservative), and a vegetarian capsule shell.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Selenium is likely effective for correcting selenium deficiency itself. It's possibly effective for Kashin-Beck disease (a joint and bone condition), pre-eclampsia (high blood pressure in pregnancy), and autoimmune thyroiditis (an immune attack on the thyroid).
For dyslipidemia (abnormal blood lipids), the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Selenium at normal dietary levels is generally well tolerated. However, excess selenium is toxic — the safe upper limit is 400 mcg daily.
At recommended doses below that, the most common side effects are mild: gastric discomfort, headache, and rash. Taking too much can cause hair loss, skin problems, fatigue, nail changes, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss.
In rare cases, very high doses have caused multi-organ failure and death. Chronic exposure to high selenium levels may also increase the risk of motor nerve damage and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
The data on safety in pregnancy is conflicting — one entry rates it possibly safe and another possibly unsafe — so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it during pregnancy. For breastfeeding, it's rated possibly safe, but again, discuss it with your healthcare provider first.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before taking this supplement, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs (moderate risk of increased bleeding), immunosuppressants (moderate risk of reduced effectiveness), barbiturates (moderate risk of prolonged drowsiness), warfarin (moderate risk of interference), birth control pills (minor risk of raised selenium levels), or niacin (minor risk of reduced benefit on cholesterol).
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Selenium is a useful supplement if you're deficient or treating certain conditions like Kashin-Beck disease or pre-eclampsia. If you take blood thinners, immunosuppressants, barbiturates, warfarin, or birth control, check with your own doctor or pharmacist first — selenium can interact with all of these.
Stick to the recommended dose and stay below 400 mcg daily to avoid toxicity.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2019.
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 Selenium (Selenomethionine), straight from the product label.
| Brand | Pure Encapsulations |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766298002392 |
| Net contents | 180 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 184923 |
| Product type | Mineral |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 200 mcg | 364% |
Other ingredients: hypoallergenic Plant Fiber, Vegetarian Capsule, Ascorbyl Palmitate
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Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily, with a meal, or as directed by a health professional.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
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Supports antioxidant defenses, immune function and cellular health
Formulation
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Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
Gluten-free, Non-GMO & Hypoallergenic
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Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations
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Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.
Selenium
Interacts with321 drugs
Selenium is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for thyroid function, antioxidant defense, and immune health. Most people who...
Selenium monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypoallergenic Plant Fiber, Vegetarian Capsule, Ascorbyl Palmitate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Pure Encapsulations Selenium can interact with several medication types.
Through its selenium content, the most serious concern is with blood thinners (anticoagulants) and antiplatelet drugs — selenium may increase bleeding risk by thinning your blood further, which is a Moderate severity issue.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Selenium also has Moderate interactions with immunosuppressants (which it may reduce the effectiveness of), barbiturates (sedating drugs where selenium might prolong drowsiness), and warfarin specifically (where selenium may interfere with how well it works). Additionally, there are Minor interactions with birth control pills (which might raise your selenium levels, though the real-world meaning isn't clear) and niacin (where selenium might blunt niacin's beneficial effect on HDL cholesterol).
Altogether, these interactions span 321 individual medications. Before you start this supplement, run your exact medications through the interaction checker on this page — especially if you take any blood thinners, immunosuppressants, sedating drugs, or warfarin.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Selenium (Selenomethionine) interact with 321 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Selenium (Selenomethionine) interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Selenium
6-mercaptopurinePurinethol
How 6-mercaptopurine interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + 6-mercaptopurine interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Immunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Abrocitinib interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAdalimumabHumira
How Adalimumab interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab interactionAdalimumab-adazHyrimoz
How Adalimumab-adaz interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-adaz interactionAdalimumab-adbmCyltezo
How Adalimumab-adbm interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-adbm interactionAdalimumab-afzbAbrilada
How Adalimumab-afzb interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-afzb interactionAdalimumab-attoAmjevita
How Adalimumab-atto interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-atto interactionAdalimumab-bwwdHadlima
How Adalimumab-bwwd interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-bwwd interactionAdalimumab-fkjpHulio
How Adalimumab-fkjp interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Adalimumab-fkjp interactionAlefaceptAmevive
How Alefacept interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Alefacept interactionAlemtuzumabCampath
How Alemtuzumab interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Alemtuzumab interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAminophylline, Amobarbital, EphedrineAmesec
How Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Aminophylline, Amobarbital, Ephedrine interactionAmobarbitalAmytal
How Amobarbital interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Amobarbital interactionAmobarbital, Ephedrine SulfateEphedrine & Amytal
How Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Amobarbital, Ephedrine Sulfate interactionAmobarbital, SecobarbitalTuinal
How Amobarbital, Secobarbital interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumBarbiturates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Read the full Selenium + Amobarbital, Secobarbital interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full Selenium + Anagrelide interactionAnifrolumab-fniaSaphnelo
How Anifrolumab-fnia interacts with Selenium (Selenomethionine) — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SeleniumImmunosuppressants Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
Read the full Selenium + Anifrolumab-fnia interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Selenium (Selenomethionine) with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Selenium
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Selenium may have antiplatelet effects and may increase the risk of bleeding if used with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Clinical research suggests that taking selenium 10 mcg/kg/day can increase bleeding times by increasing prostacyclin production, which inhibits platelet activity. Other clinical research suggests that taking selenium 75 mcg daily, in combination with ascorbic acid 600 mg, alpha-tocopherol 300 mg, and beta-carotene 27 mg, reduces platelet aggregation.
Barbiturates
Theoretically, selenium might prolong the sedating effects of barbiturates.
Laboratory research suggests that selenium can inhibit the hepatic metabolism of barbiturates. Selenium seems to prolong the sedative effect of pentobarbital in animal models.
Immunosuppressants
Theoretically, selenium supplementation may reduce the effectiveness of immunosuppressant therapy.
In vitro research and preliminary clinical evidence suggests that selenium may stimulate the immune system.
Warfarin (Coumadin)
Theoretically, selenium might interfere with warfarin activity.
Animal research suggests that selenium can increase warfarin activity. Selenium might interact with warfarin by displacing it from albumin binding sites, reducing its metabolism in the liver, or by decreasing production of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors. Selenium can also prolong bleeding times in humans by increasing prostacyclin production, which inhibits platelet activity.
Contraceptive Drugs
Contraceptive drugs might increase levels of selenium, although the clinical significance of this effect is unclear.
Some research suggests that oral contraceptives increase serum selenium levels in women taking oral contraceptives; however, other research shows no change in selenium levels. It is suggested that an increase could be due to increased carrier proteins, indicating a redistribution of selenium rather than a change in total body selenium.
Niacin
Selenium might reduce the beneficial effects of niacin on high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels.
A combination of niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) effectively raises HDL cholesterol levels in patients with coronary disease and low HDL levels. Clinical research shows that taking a combination of antioxidants (vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene, and selenium) along with niacin and simvastatin (Zocor) attenuates this rise in HDL, specifically the HDL-2 and apolipoprotein A1 fractions, by more than 50% in patients with coronary disease. It is not known whether this adverse effect is due to a single antioxidant such as selenium, or to the combination. It also is not known whether it will occur in other patient populations.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Selenium (Selenomethionine), from the product label.
Pure Encapsulations
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- Pure Encapsulations
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- 490 Boston Post Road
- City
- Sudbury
- State
- MA
- Phone Number
- 1-800-753-2277
- Web Address
- www.PureEncapsulations.com
Selenium (Selenomethionine) by Pure Encapsulations: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Selenium (Selenomethionine)’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Selenium (Selenomethionine)'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 36 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.
Selenium 36 references
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://www.nap.edu/books/0309069351/html/.
- Brown BG, Zhao XQ, Chait A, et al. Simvastatin and niacin, antioxidant vitamins, or the combination for the prevention of coronary disease. N Engl J Med 2001;345:1583-93. DOI
- Trafikowska U, Zachara BA, Wiacek M, et al. Selenium supply and glutathione peroxidase activity in breastfed Polish infants. Acta Paediatr 1996;85:1143-5. PubMed
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- Schiavon R, Freeman GE, Guidi GC, et al. Selenium enhances prostacyclin production by cultured endothelial cells: possible explanation for increased bleeding times in volunteers taking selenium as a dietary supplement. Thromb Res 1984;34:389-96. PubMed
- Davila JC, Edds GT, Osuna O, Simpson CF. Modification of the effects of aflatoxin B1 and warfarin in young pigs given selenium. Am J Vet Res 1983;44:1877-83. DOI
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- Debski B, Milner JA. Dietary selenium supplementation prolongs pentobarbital induced hypnosis. J Nutr Biochem 2004;15:548-53. PubMed
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- Abrams, C. K., Siram, S. M., Galsim, C., Johnson-Hamilton, H., Munford, F. L., and Mezghebe, H. Selenium deficiency in long-term total parenteral nutrition. Nutr Clin Pract 1992;7(4):175-178. PubMed
- Spiller, H. A. and Pfiefer, E. Two fatal cases of selenium toxicity. Forensic Sci Int 8-24-2007;171(1):67-72. PubMed
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