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Does EDTA chelation therapy have side effects?

April 26, 2017chelation EDTA therapy

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Does EDTA chelation therapy have side effects?

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When used as approved by the FDA (at the appropriate dose and infusion rate) for treatment of heavy metal poisoning, chelation with EDTA has a low occurrence of side effects. The most common side effect is a burning sensation experienced at the site where the EDTA is delivered into the veins. • More from Questions and Answers: The NIH Trial of EDTA Chelation Thera…