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Alpha-lipoic acid

Also sold as ALA, thioctic acid

Used in courses for diabetic nerve symptoms and glucose handling.

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Check before you startThis one has documented interactions with medication classes where the consequences are serious. If you take any prescription medicine, run it past a pharmacist before starting.

How long to take it

Course-based, typically three months.

Who it's actually for

People with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, under medical guidance.

Safe upper limit

Unverified
No formal limit; trials commonly use 600 mg per day
Can push blood sugar low, and has been associated with an autoimmune insulin syndrome in rare cases.
No source attached yet. Treat this as a starting point, not a citation, until reviewed.

Interactions to know about

  • Diabetes medicationMetformin, insulin, gliclazide, SGLT2 inhibitors
  • Thyroid medicationLevothyroxine, carbimazole, methimazole
  • Chemotherapy / cancer treatmentAny active oncology treatment

Other supplements:

Run your full list through the interaction check.

Practical notes

  • Take on an empty stomach for absorption.
  • Watch for hypoglycaemia if you take diabetes medication.