What is Alpha Lipoic Acid?
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Alpha Lipoic Acid, also known as Lipoic and Thioctic acid, is an antioxidant that has been used in the treatment of Vitamin C or E deficiency.
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How do members experience Alpha Lipoic Acid?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 112 | 37 | |
| General health | 110 | 31 | |
| Multiple sclerosis | 66 | 39 | |
| Parkinson's disease | 17 | 10 | |
| Diabetic neuropathy | 15 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal urine smell | 3 | |
| Headaches | 2 | |
| Nausea | 2 | |
| Acid reflux | 1 | |
| Anxious mood | 1 | |
| Autonomic neuropathy | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 4 | |
| Mild | 12 | |
| None | 173 |
Member evaluations
Koendv
evaluated on Jul 24, 2011
- Perceived effectiveness for progressive muscular atrophy: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
Shakin
evaluated on Dec 01, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for Parkinson's disease: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
jtjackson
evaluated on Jun 01, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for multiple sclerosis: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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