Lead Poisoning

Other Treatment

Studies are ongoing to determine whether ascorbic acid can help treat lead poisoning by reducing blood lead levels.¹⁸ Ascorbic acid is found naturally in citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. However, initial studies indicate that ascorbic acid must be injected into the blood to decrease levels of lead in the blood. Eating fruits or vegetables that contained ascorbic acid was not helpful.

There is currently no other proven medical treatment for lead poisoning.

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Author:	Sydney Youngerman-Cole, RN, BSN, RNC	Last Updated: July 26, 2006
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics R. Steven Tharratt, MD, MPVM, FACP, FCCP - Pulmonology, Critical Care, Medical Toxicology
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