About alpha lipoic acid
Antioxidant; coenzyme
Used for
- Diabetic peripheral neuropathy, including pain, numbness, and tingling
Usual adult dose
600 mg by intravenous infusion once daily, typically for 2–4 weeks; follow local product guidance.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Injection-site reactions
- Low blood sugar
Important warnings
- Infuse as directed; rapid administration may cause headache or breathing difficulty.
- May lower blood glucose; monitor closely when used with diabetes medicines.
- Severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported.
- Alcohol may worsen neuropathy and reduce treatment benefit.
Pregnancy
Human safety information is limited; use during pregnancy only when clearly needed and medically supervised.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether thioctic acid passes into breast milk; use under medical supervision.
Interactions
- Insulin and other glucose-lowering medicines may increase risk of low blood sugar.
- May interact with cisplatin and reduce its effect.
- Minerals such as iron, magnesium, and calcium can interfere with absorption; this is less relevant to intravenous dosing.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.