CRP
Decrease · moderate
Anti-inflammatory signaling
Literature evidence
Compound library
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NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine)
Also indexed as NAC, N-Acetyl Cysteine, Acetylcysteine
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Reference context
Pharmacokinetic context
Half-life2.3 hr
This field summarizes the library record. Half-life can vary with formulation, indication, and individual clinical context.
Observed relationships
Biomarker context
IL-6
Decrease · small
Cytokine modulation
Literature evidence
TNF-alpha
Decrease · small
Cytokine modulation
Literature evidence
Oxidative stress
Decrease · moderate
Antioxidant effects
Literature evidence
NAD+ levels
Increase · moderate
NAD+ precursor support
Literature evidence
ATP production
Increase · small
Supports mitochondrial function
Literature evidence
Mitochondrial biogenesis
Increase · small
PGC-1α signaling
Literature evidence
Glutathione
Increase · moderate
Cysteine donor for GSH
Literature evidence
ALT
Decrease · small
Supports liver detoxification
Literature evidence
AST
Decrease · small
Supports liver detoxification
Literature evidence
Mucus viscosity
Decrease · small
Mucolytic effects
Literature evidence
Insulin sensitivity
Increase · small
Reduces oxidative stress
Literature evidence
Homocysteine
Decrease · small
Improves redox balance
Literature evidence
GSH/GSSG ratio
Increase · small
Improves redox balance
Literature evidence
Keep in view
Safety discussion points
NAC is a precursor to glutathione, used as a mucolytic and hepatoprotective agent. FDA-approved for acetaminophen overdose and respiratory conditions.
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