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If i am taking gabapentin, and steriod nasal sprays, do i need to increase my calcium level, and vit d levels, does it effects absoption of these?
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No: Recent studies suggest calcium supplements have no significant benefit. The systemic effect from nasal steroids is minimal. Gabapentin is not an issue.
Answered 6/25/2014
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