Many medications can affect your body’s ability to absorb or retain essential nutrients. Over time, nutrient depletion can lead to imbalances that impact your health and well-being. At Family Care Pharmacy, we offer Nutrient Depletion Counseling to help you understand how your medications might be affecting your body and what steps you can take to support your nutrition and overall health. We provide personalized counseling to ensure you’re getting the most out of your medications without compromising your nutritional needs. Certain medications, especially those used to treat chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or depression, can deplete your body’s levels of vitamins and minerals. This depletion can lead to Fatigue, Muscle cramps, Weak immune system, Digestive issues, Bone health concerns By understanding these potential side effects, we can guide you on how to balance your medication with proper nutrition.

At Family Care Pharmacy, we review your medication list to help identify any potential nutrient gaps. Some common drug classes that may deplete nutrients include:
Statins
(used for cholesterol management) may lower levels of CoQ10 and vitamin D
Diuretics
(used for high blood pressure) may reduce potassium, magnesium, and calcium
Metformin
(used for diabetes) may reduce vitamin B12
Antacids
(used for indigestion and heartburn) may lower levels of vitamin B12, calcium, and magnesium
Antidepressants & Antipsychotics
can impact folate, magnesium, and zinc
Whether you take two medications or ten, we’ll help you streamline your regimen and stick with it.

When you participate in our Nutrient Depletion Counseling, we go beyond simply identifying deficiencies. We provide you with practical advice on how to:
Modify your diet to boost key nutrients
Supplement when necessary with vitamins or minerals
Monitor health changes and adjust medications or lifestyle accordingly
Avoid harmful interactions between supplements and medications
This individualized approach helps you maintain balance, prevent side effects, and support your overall health.
We’re always here to help. Whether you have questions about your prescription, insurance coverage, our services, or simply need assistance, feel free to reach out. You can visit us at our location, give us a call, or send us a message through our contact form.
Our friendly team is dedicated to providing quick, helpful responses and making sure your experience with Family Care Pharmacy is smooth and stress-free. Let’s stay connected—your health is our priority.
517 Union Blvd Suite C, Totowa, NJ 07512
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