Alpha Lipoic Acid

Information about Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha Lipoic Acid Uses

Alpha Lipoic Acid is used in nutritional deficiencies.

How Alpha Lipoic Acid works

Alpha lipoic acid acts as a potent antioxidant (substance that protects against cell damage) by neutralizing the free radicals (waste products formed in the body during energy production) such as reactive oxygen and nitrogen species. Further, it initiates natural antioxidant processes in the body. It also maintains the levels of Vitamin E and Vitamin C in the body.
.

Common side effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid

Nausea, Abdominal pain, Allergic reaction, Diarrhea, Vertigo, Vomiting
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Anuj Saini
MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated
13 Jun 2023 | 11:25 AM (UTC)

We provide you with authentic, trustworthy and revelant information

Want to know more

Available Medicine for Alpha Lipoic Acid

AlaceLia Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
₹1751 variant(s)

Expert advice for Alpha Lipoic Acid

  • Food decreases the amount of alpha lipoic acid in the body; hence it should be taken on empty stomach about 1 hour before or 2 hours after consuming food.
  • Do not take alpha lipoic acid supplements on your own and as a sole treatment for diabetes, complications of diabetes and other conditions in which benefit may be claimed, as these diseases require proper medical treatment.

Frequently asked questions for Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha Lipoic Acid

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid a vitamin?

No, Alpha Lipoic Acid is not a vitamin

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid an amino acid?

No, Alpha Lipoic Acid is not an amino acid

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid natural?

Yes, Alpha Lipoic Acid is natural as it is synthesized in the human body, and in a wide variety of foods from plant and animal source

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid same as lipoic acid?

Yes, lipoic acid and Alpha Lipoic Acid refer to the same molecule

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid good for weight loss?

It is not yet studied or established in human beings whether ALA supplementation is beneficial for weigh loss

Q. Is Alpha Lipoic Acid good for liver?

It is not yet studied or established in human beings whether ALA supplementation is good for liver.

INDIA’S LARGEST HEALTHCARE PLATFORM

260m+
Visitors
31m+
Orders Delivered
1800+
Cities
Get the link to download App

Connect

  • Social Links
  • Want daily dose of health?
Download App
Reliable

All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies. All labs listed on the platform are accredited

Secure

Tata 1mg uses Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) 128-bit encryption and is Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliant

Affordable

Find affordable medicine substitutes, save up to 50% on health products, up to 80% off on lab tests and free doctor consultations.

LegitScript approved
India's only LegitScript and ISO/ IEC 27001:2022 certified online healthcare platform

Know more about Tata 1mgdownArrow

Access medical and health information

Tata 1mg provides you with medical information which is curated, written and verified by experts, accurate and trustworthy. Our experts create high-quality content about medicines, diseases, lab investigations, Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products, Ayurvedic herbs/ingredients, and alternative remedies.

Order medicines online

Get free medicine home delivery in over 1800 cities across India. You can also order Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and other Over-The-Counter (OTC) health products. Your safety is our top priority. All products displayed on Tata 1mg are procured from verified and licensed pharmacies.

Book lab tests

Book any lab tests and preventive health packages from certified labs and get tested from the comfort of your home. Enjoy free home sample collection, view reports online and consult a doctor online for free.

Consult a doctor online

Got a health query? Consult doctors online from the comfort of your home for free. Chat privately with our registered medical specialists to connect directly with verified doctors. Your privacy is guaranteed.

© 2024 Tata 1mg. All rights reserved. All medicines are dispensed in compliance with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. We do not process requests for Schedule X and habit forming drugs.