NAD+
Not a peptide. A coenzyme central to energy metabolism, sold widely on the back of ageing research.
Not approved anywhere
| What it is | A coenzyme present in every cell, essential to converting food into usable energy. |
|---|---|
| How it is thought to work | Carries electrons in metabolic reactions and is a substrate for sirtuins and PARPs. |
| What the evidence actually shows | NAD+ declining with age is well documented. Whether raising it through infusion or injection produces clinical benefit in humans is not established; most positive data is in animals or uses precursors rather than NAD+ itself. |
| Regulatory status | Not an approved drug. Sold as a research chemical or through IV clinics. |
| Dosing | No approved dose. |
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Risks and cautions
- Infusions commonly cause flushing, nausea and chest tightness when given quickly.
- Clinic-administered IV products vary widely in quality and oversight.
Before you act on any of this
This page describes what is known and what is not. It is not a recommendation to use anything, and it is not a protocol. Compounds listed as research chemicals are not approved medicines and are not sold for human use. Talk to a doctor who knows your history.