• Ribavirin
  • Copegus, Rebetol
• Zidovudine
  • Retrovir
• Didanosine
  • Videx
• Zalcitabine
  • Hivid
• Stavudine
  • Zerit
• Lamivudine
  • Epivir

It's rare to be deficient in copper. Symptoms of a long-term deficiency include anemia, slow growth, osteoporosis, joint problems, trouble breathing, fatigue, skin problems, irregular heartbeat, and being more likely to get an infection.

Signs and symptoms of zinc deficiency include loss of appetite or sense of taste, growth retardation, skin changes, and increased susceptibility to infection.

The information presented here covers some of the nutrients that may be lowered when you take certain medications. The signs and symptoms listed can be caused by other conditions. So if you have these signs and symptoms, it doesn't always mean you have low levels of these nutrients. Many things affect the level of nutrients, including your medical history, diet, and lifestyle, as well as how long you have been taking the medication. Please talk with your health care provider. He or she can best address your health care needs and see if you are at risk for low levels of any nutrients.

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