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N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is a cysteine precursor & potent antioxidant that replenishes glutathione, with evidence supporting its use in COPD, psychiatric conditions, addiction, acetaminophen overdose, & exercise recovery.

antioxidantrespiratorymental-healthdetoxification
Evidence last reviewed: 05 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Cognitive
Mood / WellbeingCognitive Function
Inflammation
Oxidative Stress (MDA)
Evidence
5 records
Cannabis use disorder
Patients with cannabis use disorderSystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

NAC showed promising results in reducing cannabis use & craving.

Dose: 1800 mg
Mucus hypersecretion
COPD patientsSystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

NAC significantly inhibited mucus hypersecretion in the airways.

Dose: 1800 mg
COPD exacerbations
COPD patientsMeta-analysis
PUBMEDHigh

NAC treatment significantly reduced the frequency of COPD exacerbations.

Dose: 1800 mg
Psychiatric disorder symptoms
Patients with psychiatric disordersSystematic review
PUBMEDModerate

NAC showed favorable evidence for use in several psychiatric & neurological disorders.

Dose: 1800 mg
Forms
Capsule
Commonly used for general supplementation.
Powder
Can be mixed with liquids for easier consumption.
Effervescent Tablet
Dissolves in water for a drinkable form.
Intravenous
Used in medical settings for acute conditions like acetaminophen overdose.

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liver-healthdetoxificationantioxidant

Combining N-Acetyl Cysteine with Dandelion Root can support liver health and detoxification. N-Acetyl Cysteine is a precursor to glutathione, a key antioxidant for liver health, while Dandelion Root promotes bile production and liver detoxification.

N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
600mg
Dandelion Root
2000mg
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