Is Alpha Lipoic Acid Supplement Advisable For Myasthenia Gravis?

Posted on Fri, 17 Mar 2017

Question: Allright. May we utilize Alpha-lipoic acid with a case of severe MG? She is already so overwhelmed with "cannots" from the black box that there are precious few drugs she may use she has become very disenchanted with standard health care, particularly with antibiotics and vitamins.

Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (43 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
There's no harm in taking alpha lipoic acid in the usually recommended dose.
Do get back to me if you have further questions.

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