About chromium
Trace mineral supplement
Used for
- Helps prevent or treat chromium deficiency; deficiency is rare.
- Sometimes used as a supplement for blood sugar or cholesterol, but benefits are uncertain.
Usual adult dose
No established dose for treating diabetes or cholesterol; supplement doses vary by product and clinical purpose.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Headache
- Sleep changes
Important warnings
- Evidence does not support replacing diabetes treatment with chromium.
- Use caution with kidney or liver disease.
- Supplement quality and actual contents can vary.
Pregnancy
Needs are higher during pregnancy; safety of supplemental doses above dietary needs is uncertain.
Breastfeeding
Chromium occurs naturally in breast milk; safety of high-dose supplements is uncertain.
Interactions
- May increase low blood sugar risk with insulin or diabetes medicines.
- May reduce absorption of levothyroxine; separate doses by several hours.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.