Alpha lipoic acid:
Mitochondrial antioxidant
Scavenges reactive oxygen and nitrogen species
Regenerates other antioxidants
Indication
Used to reduce progression of diabetic complications such as nephropathy, retinopathy & neuropathy for asymptomatic & symptomatic diabetic patients
Dosage / Direction of Use
DIAMAXIN 300mg: One softgel capsule daily or as recommended by the physician
( ALA 300 MG 2X A DAY – based on clinial trials )
Contraindication
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of DIAMAXIN
Special Precaution
Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Pediatric use: The safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Drug Interaction
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) as well as its metabolite dihydrolipoic acid bind to metals in vitro, with the former binding to copper, lead, and Zinc while the reduced form of dihydrolipoic acid binds to those three as well as mercury and iron(III).