Antimony Toxicity

Antimony poisoning symptoms, sources and toxic effects in the body.

Antimony Sources Include:

Meats, vegetables, seafood, tobacco, flame retardants in textiles, mordant in dyeing processes, metal work factories, rubber processing, mining, smelting and hazardous waste sites.

Synergistic for Antimony Toxicity Uptake/Retention: 

Magnesium or selenium deficiency increase antimony absorption and retention in the body.

Antagonistic for Antimony Toxicity Uptake/Retention: 

Adequate magnesium, selenium, and methionine decrease the absorption and retention of antimony.

Antimony Toxicity Physiological Interactions in the Body:

• Antimony accumulates in adrenals, thyroid, kidney, liver, spleen, and bone. 
• Clears rapidly from blood. 
• Inhibits various enzyme systems. 
• Binds to the good sulfhydryl detoxification chemicals groups. 

Symptoms of Excessive Antimony Exposure and Antimony Toxicity:

• Antimony spots (from vapor) 
• Eye and eye lid inflammation  
• Chronic exposure can lead to; antimony pneumonia, alterations in lung function, chronic bronchitis, chronic emphysema, inactive tuberculosis, pleural adhesions, and irritation. 
• High blood pressure, muscle break down, heart pain. altered EKG readings. 
• Stomach and intestinal disorders 
• Metallic taste 
• Gout-like symptoms 
• Anorexia 
• Fatigue 

Reference Source

1. Genova Diagnostics Toxic & Nutrient Elements Chart

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