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Antacid-induced osteomalacia and nephrolithiasis.

N Cooke, S Teitelbaum, L V Avioli

    Archives of Internal Medicine
    |June 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Prolonged antacid use in a woman led to bone pain and weakness due to hypophosphatemia. Symptoms resolved after stopping antacids and supplementing with oral phosphate, highlighting a link between antacids and bone health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Internal Medicine
    • Nephrology
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Esophageal reflux is commonly treated with antacids.
    • Prolonged use of certain antacids can lead to mineral imbalances.
    • Understanding the long-term effects of antacid therapy is crucial for patient care.

    Observation:

    • A 36-year-old woman presented with bone pain, muscle weakness, and renal stones.
    • These symptoms developed after extended daily ingestion of antacids for esophageal reflux.
    • Clinical examination revealed hypophosphatemia and hypercalciuria.

    Findings:

    • Bone biopsy confirmed osteomalacia, indicating impaired bone mineralization.
    • Laboratory results showed significantly low phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia) and high calcium in urine (hypercalciuria).
    • These findings were directly linked to the patient's prolonged antacid consumption.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights a potential adverse effect of chronic antacid use, specifically the development of severe mineral deficiencies.
    • It underscores the importance of monitoring phosphate levels in patients on long-term antacid therapy.
    • Phosphate supplementation and discontinuation of the offending antacid can effectively reverse these debilitating symptoms and bone disease.

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