What is 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF)?
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5-MTHF is an acronym for 5-methyltetrahydrofolate, also known as L-5-methyltetrahydrofolate (L-5-MTHF). It is the metabolically active form of folic acid that plays a role in DNA synthesis and repair.
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How do members experience 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase deficiency | 10 | 3 | |
| Folic acid deficiency | 6 | 5 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Autoimmune disease undefined | 1 | 1 | |
| Depressed mood | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Flushing | 1 | |
| Heart palpitations | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 11 |
Member evaluations
gridly1
evaluated on May 09, 2019
- Perceived effectiveness for fibromyalgia: Major
- Side effects: None
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