Overview

Cesium is a metal element similar to lithium, sodium, and potassium. Non-radioactive cesium supplementation is sometimes called "high pH therapy."

Those who promote "high pH therapy" claim cesium affects the pH (acidity) of cancer cells. But there is no evidence to support this claim. In its natural state, cesium isn't radioactive, but it can be made radioactive in a lab.

People use non-radioactive cesium for cancer, but there is no good scientific evidence to support this use. It is also not safe. The US FDA warns against the use of cesium as medicine due to concerns for severe heart toxicity and death.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

We currently have no information for CESIUM overview.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Cesium is likely unsafe. There are reports of severe life-threatening low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and death after taking cesium supplements.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Cesium is likely unsafe. There are reports of severe life-threatening low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, and death after taking cesium supplements.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if cesium is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Irregular heartbeat: Cesium might make an irregular heartbeat worse. Don't use cesium if you have this condition.

Interactions ?

    Major Interaction

    Do not take this combination

  • Medications that can cause an irregular heartbeat (QT interval-prolonging drugs) interacts with CESIUM

    Cesium might affect electrical currents in the heart. This can increase the risk of having an irregular heartbeat. Some medications can have this same effect. Taking cesium with these medications might increase the risk for a serious heart issue.

    Moderate Interaction

    Be cautious with this combination

  • Medications for inflammation (Corticosteroids) interacts with CESIUM

    Some medications for inflammation can decrease potassium in the body. Cesium might also decrease potassium levels in the body. Taking cesium along with these medications might decrease potassium in the body too much.

  • Water pills (Diuretic drugs) interacts with CESIUM

    Cesium can decrease potassium levels. "Water pills" can also decrease potassium levels. Taking cesium along with "water pills" might make potassium levels drop too low.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of cesium might be. Taking cesium supplements by mouth might also be unsafe. Consult a healthcare professional before using.

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