Alpha Lipoic Acid Benefits & Uses

Alpha Lipoic Acid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency

Other Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)
Diabetic Neuropathy

Alpha Lipoic Acid Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Diabetes Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alpha Lipoic Acid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alpha Lipoic Acid is used -

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Rash

Alpha Lipoic Acid Related Warnings

Is the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Alpha Lipoic Acid for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Alpha Lipoic Acid safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alpha Lipoic Acid on the Kidneys?

Alpha Lipoic Acid is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Alpha Lipoic Acid on the Liver?

Effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alpha Lipoic Acid on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Alpha Lipoic Acid on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alpha Lipoic Acid with Other Drugs

Alpha Lipoic Acid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Mild

Glipizide

Glibenclamide (Glyburide)

Insulin Aspart

Metformin

Alpha Lipoic Acid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alpha Lipoic Acid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Alpha Lipoic Acid

Is this Alpha Lipoic Acid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Alpha Lipoic Acid has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Alpha Lipoic Acid will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alpha Lipoic Acid only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Alpha Lipoic Acid is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alpha Lipoic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alpha Lipoic Acid

When consumed with certain foods, Alpha Lipoic Acid may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Alpha Lipoic Acid

Drinking alcohol while taking Alpha Lipoic Acid may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild