Deleterious side effects of nutritional supplements

Clin Dermatol. 2021 Sep-Oct;39(5):745-756. doi: 10.1016/j.clindermatol.2021.05.002. Epub 2021 May 15.

Abstract

Vitamin and mineral supplement consumption is widespread. They are taken for a variety of conditions, including dermatologic disorders. Although consumers often assume these supplements are safe, excessive consumption of supplements may have deleterious effects. Such vitamin supplements include vitamin A, niacin, biotin, vitamin D, and vitamin E, and specific mineral supplements include zinc, copper, and iron. These supplements may have a number of potential adverse effects.

MeSH terms

  • Dietary Supplements* / adverse effects
  • Dietary Supplements* / analysis
  • Humans
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D / adverse effects
  • Vitamin E / adverse effects
  • Vitamins* / adverse effects

Substances

  • Vitamins
  • Vitamin A
  • Vitamin D
  • Vitamin E