Overview

Glutathione is a substance made from the amino acids glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid. It is produced by the liver and involved in many body processes.

Glutathione is involved in tissue building and repair, making chemicals and proteins needed in the body, and in immune system function.

People take glutathione for aging, alcohol use disorder, liver disease, heart disease, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Possibly Effective for

There is interest in using glutathione for a number of other purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Glutathione is possibly safe when used in doses up to 500 mg daily for up to 2 months. There isn't a lot of information available about its possible side effects.

When inhaled: Glutathione is possibly safe. There isn't a lot of information available about its possible side effects.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if glutathione is safe. It might cause rash when applied to the skin.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Glutathione is possibly safe when used in doses up to 500 mg daily for up to 2 months. There isn't a lot of information available about its possible side effects.

When inhaled: Glutathione is possibly safe. There isn't a lot of information available about its possible side effects.

When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if glutathione is safe. It might cause rash when applied to the skin. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if glutathione is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Asthma: Do not inhale glutathione if you have asthma. It can increase some asthma symptoms.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for GLUTATHIONE overview.

Dosing

There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of glutathione might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
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