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N-Acetylcysteine für Post-Viral Fatigue

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Ongoing clinical trials are investigating NAC for long COVID and post-viral fatigue. NAC supplementation is associated with lower inflammation markers and may support glutathione replenishment in individuals with persistent oxidative stress following viral infection.

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Ongoing clinical trials are investigating NAC for long COVID and post-viral fatigue. NAC supplementation is associated with lower inflammation markers and may support glutathione replenishment in individuals with persistent oxidative stress following viral infection.

Key Study Findings

Other n=270 8 weeks
N-acetyl-L-cysteine and lauric acid; effective antioxidant and antimicrobial feed additives for juvenile Pacific white shrimp …
Dose: 0.2% supplementation vs.: Control diet at LSD and HSD Outcome: Growth, immune and antioxidant response in shrimp Wirkung: None None

Population: Pacific white shrimp (L. vannamei) at high stocking density

In Vitro
Improving in vitro induction efficiency of human primordial germ cell-like cells using N2B27 or NAC-based …
Dose: None vs.: GK15 induction without NAC Outcome: hPGCLC induction efficiency Wirkung: None None

Population: Human iPSCs (in vitro)

Review
Cautious Hope for Cannabidiol (CBD) in Rheumatology Care.
Dose: Cannabidiol (CBD) vs.: None Outcome: Pain and inflammation in rheumatic diseases Wirkung: None None

Population: Patients with rheumatic diseases

animal study (controlled experiment) n=120 3 weeks
Effects of N-acetyl-l-cysteine on chronic heat stress-induced oxidative stress and inflammation in the ovaries of …
Dose: 1 g/kg NAC in basal diet vs.: Placebo Wirkung: None None
Randomized Controlled Trial
Correlates of high phosphatidylethanol (PEth) levels and their concordance with self-reported heavy alcohol consumption among …
Dose: None vs.: None Outcome: Phosphatidylethanol (PEth) levels Wirkung: None None

Population: None

randomized controlled trial (veterinary) n=120 3 weeks
Effects of N-acetyl-l-cysteine on heat stress-induced oxidative stress and inflammation in the hypothalamus of hens.
Dose: 1000 mg/kg in basal diet vs.: Placebo Wirkung: None None

Key Statistics

5

Studien

400

Teilnehmer

Positive

C

Bewertung

Referenced Papers

Arthritis care & … 2023 36 Zitierungen
Molecular neurobiology 2014 190 Zitierungen
Cardiovascular research 2006 42 Zitierungen

Dosage & Usage

mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units

Übliche Dosierungen

general:
600-1,200 mg/day
respiratorysupport:
600 mg 2-3x/day

Obergrenze: No established UL; doses up to 1,800 mg/day widely studied

In der Forschung untersuchte Dosierungen

Dosierung Dauer Wirkung N
0.2% supplementation 8 weeks Positive 270
None -- Positive --
Cannabidiol (CBD) -- Mixed --
1 g/kg NAC in basal diet 3 weeks Positive 120
None -- Mixed --
1000 mg/kg in basal diet 3 weeks Positive 120
NAC 100 mg/kg body weight orally daily for 14 days 2 weeks Positive 24
None -- Mixed --

Beste Einnahmezeit: Between meals on empty stomach for optimal absorption

Safety & Side Effects

Gemeldete Nebenwirkungen

  • Gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, diarrhea)
  • Unpleasant sulfur taste/smell
  • Headache
  • Rare: bronchospasm (in asthma patients, inhaled form)

Bekannte Wechselwirkungen

  • Nitroglycerin (may enhance vasodilatory and headache effects)
  • Activated charcoal (reduces NAC absorption)
  • Anticoagulants (theoretical effect on platelet function)

Tolerierbare Höchstaufnahmemenge: No established UL; doses up to 1,800 mg/day widely studied

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does N-Acetylcysteine help with Post-Viral Fatigue?
Based on 5 studies with 400 participants, there is limited but promising evidence that N-Acetylcysteine may support Post-Viral Fatigue management. Our evidence grade is C (Some Evidence).
How much N-Acetylcysteine should I take for Post-Viral Fatigue?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 600-1,200 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of N-Acetylcysteine?
Reported side effects may include Gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea, diarrhea), Unpleasant sulfur taste/smell, Headache, Rare: bronchospasm (in asthma patients, inhaled form). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for N-Acetylcysteine and Post-Viral Fatigue?
We rate the evidence as Grade C (Some Evidence). This rating is based on 5 peer-reviewed studies with 400 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.

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References

  1. [1] Shafaq Fatima. PLoS One. 2025. N-acetyl-L-cysteine and lauric acid; effective antioxidant and antimicrobial feed additives for juvenile Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) cultured at high … doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0315819 PubMed
  2. [2] Gege Yuan et al.. J Biomed Res. 2025. Improving in vitro induction efficiency of human primordial germ cell-like cells using N2B27 or NAC-based medium. doi:10.7555/JBR.38.20240433 PubMed
  3. [3] Mary-Ann Fitzcharles et al.. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken). 2023. Cautious Hope for Cannabidiol (CBD) in Rheumatology Care. doi:10.1002/acr.24176 PubMed
  4. [4] Xianhong Cao et al.. Poult Sci. 2023. Effects of N-acetyl-l-cysteine on chronic heat stress-induced oxidative stress and inflammation in the ovaries of growing pullets. doi:10.1016/j.psj.2022.102274 PubMed
  5. [5] Matthew F McLaughlin et al.. Alcohol Clin Exp Res. 2022. Correlates of high phosphatidylethanol (PEth) levels and their concordance with self-reported heavy alcohol consumption among men who have sex with … doi:10.1111/acer.14891 PubMed
  6. [6] Yulan Zhao et al.. J Therm Biol. 2021. Effects of N-acetyl-l-cysteine on heat stress-induced oxidative stress and inflammation in the hypothalamus of hens. doi:10.1016/j.jtherbio.2021.102927 PubMed
  7. [7] Geetika Garg et al.. Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2018. N-acetyl-l-cysteine attenuates oxidative damage and neurodegeneration in rat brain during aging. doi:10.1139/cjpp-2018-0209 PubMed
  8. [8] Gerwyn Morris et al.. Mol Neurobiol. 2017. Nitrosative Stress, Hypernitrosylation, and Autoimmune Responses to Nitrosylated Proteins: New Pathways in Neuroprogressive Disorders Including Depression and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. doi:10.1007/s12035-016-9975-2 PubMed
  9. [9] Gerwyn Morris et al.. Mol Neurobiol. 2014. The glutathione system: a new drug target in neuroimmune disorders. doi:10.1007/s12035-014-8705-x PubMed
  10. [10] Yao Sun et al.. Cardiovasc Res. 2006. Oxidative stress in aldosteronism. doi:10.1016/j.cardiores.2006.03.007 PubMed
  11. [11] A C Logan et al.. Altern Med Rev. 2001. Chronic fatigue syndrome: oxidative stress and dietary modifications. PubMed

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