Since cobalt is a key part of vitamin B, people with Leber syndrome, a rare eye condition, should not take it without talking to their healthcare providers. Some forms of vitamin B may lead to vision loss in people with this issue. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk with their healthcare providers before taking any supplements. There have been reports of high levels of cobalt in people who had hip replacements that used metal-on-metal devices.
Symptoms of a higher level of cobalt in the blood are:. Search Encyclopedia. Cobalt Other name s : cobalamin, cyanocobalamin, hydroxocobalamin General description Cobalt is a hard, gray metal element.
Cobalt is in the body only as part of vitamin B Medically valid uses As part of B, cobalt is used to prevent pernicious anemia. Unsubstantiated claims There are no claims based upon cobalt as a single element. Recommended intake As part of supplements, cobalt is measured in micrograms mcg.
Side effects, toxicity, and interactions Cobalt is toxic to the heart muscle. There are no known food or medicine interactions with cobalt. Treatment for signs of cobalt toxicity from a metal-on-metal hip implant may include removing the implant and replacing it with a traditional hip implant.
People who get sick from being exposed to large amounts of cobalt on one single occasion usually recover and have no long-term complications. The symptoms and problems associated with long-term cobalt poisoning are rarely reversible. People who have such poisoning will likely have to take medicine for the rest of their life to control the symptoms. Aronson JK. In: Aronson JK, ed. Meyler's Side Effects of Drugs.
Waltham, MA: Elsevier; Chronic poisoning: trace metals and others. Goldman-Cecil Medicine. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; chap Updated by: Jacob L. Editorial team. Cobalt poisoning. Poisonous Ingredient. Cobalt is a component of vitamin B12, an essential vitamin. This list may not be all inclusive. However, absorbing a large amount of cobalt over longer periods of time can lead to serious health problems, such as: Cardiomyopathy a problem where your heart becomes big and floppy and has problems pumping blood Deafness Nerve problems Ringing in the ears tinnitus Thickening of the blood Thyroid problems Vision problems.
Before Calling Emergency. If possible, determine the following information: Person's age, weight, and condition for example, is the person awake or alert? Name of the product ingredients and strengths, if known Time it was swallowed Amount swallowed However, DO NOT delay calling for help if this information is not immediately available. What to Expect at the Emergency Room.
Outlook Prognosis. Cobalt is a component of vitamin B12, an essential vitamin. Cobalt was once used as a stabilizer in beer foam. It caused a condition called "beer-drinker's heart," which resulted in heart muscle weakness. Usually you have to be exposed to high levels of cobalt for weeks to months to have symptoms.
However, it is possible to have some symptoms if you swallow a large amount of cobalt at one time. The most worrisome form of cobalt poisoning occurs when you breathe it into your lungs. This usually will only happen in industrial settings where large amounts of drilling, polishing, or other processes release fine particles containing cobalt into the air.
Breathing in this cobalt dust can lead to chronic lung problems. If you breathe in this substance for long periods, you will likely develop breathing problems that are similar to asthma or pulmonary fibrosis, such as shortness of breath and decreased exercise tolerance.
Cobalt poisoning that occurs from constant contact with your skin will likely cause irritation and rashes that go away slowly. Swallowing a large amount of absorbable cobalt at one time is very rare and is likely not very dangerous.
It may cause nausea and vomiting. However, absorbing a large amount of cobalt over longer periods of time can lead to serious health problems, such as:. If you or someone you know has been exposed to cobalt, the first step is to leave the area and get fresh air.
If cobalt came in contact with the skin, wash the area thoroughly. If possible, determine the following information:. Your local poison control center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline from anywhere in the United States.
This hotline will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions. This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the United States use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention.
It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you swallowed a large amount of cobalt, or you are starting to feel sick from long-term exposure, you should go to an emergency room.
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