Cyste Cysteamine
Description: <b>Cysteamine</b> is a prescription drug, approved for treating cystinosis<br>
-it is not sold over-the-counter as a dietary supplement.<br>
-In contrast, related compounds like N-acetylcysteine (NAC) and pantethine are widely available supplements and can indirectly support cysteamine-related pathways (e.g., antioxidant defenses and CoA metabolism).<br>
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-Pantethine: Precursor to CoA, which breaks down into cysteamine<br>
-Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5): Required for CoA synthesis<br>
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-Cysteamine increases glutathione (GSH) levels, reducing oxidative stress, a major contributor to AD pathology.<br>
-Some studies suggest that cysteamine increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels<br>
-Cysteamine has been observed to reduce amyloid plaque burden in animal models of AD.<br>
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