Lactoferrin per Recurrent Infections
A Evidenze Più grandi trial clinici mostrano in modo costante benefici significativi.Meta-analysis shows lactoferrin supplementation may reduce the odds of respiratory tract infections by 40-45%. A 90-day RCT demonstrated 58% reduction in respiratory infections versus placebo. Neonatal trial showed late-onset sepsis at 5.9% with lactoferrin versus 17.3% control.
In sintesi
Meta-analysis shows lactoferrin supplementation may reduce the odds of respiratory tract infections by 40-45%. A 90-day RCT demonstrated 58% reduction in respiratory infections versus placebo. Neonatal trial showed late-onset sepsis at 5.9% with lactoferrin versus 17.3% control.
Key Study Findings
Popolazione: Patient with specific granule deficiency
Popolazione: None
Popolazione: In vitro S. aureus cultures
Popolazione: Crohn's disease patients
Popolazione: animal model
Popolazione: general population
Key Statistics
8
Studi
2000
Partecipanti
Positive
Grado
Referenced Papers
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosaggi di uso comune
- general:
- 100-200 mg/day
- immunesupport:
- 200-600 mg/day
Limite massimo: No established UL; well-tolerated up to 1,200 mg/day
Dosaggi studiati nella ricerca
| Dosaggio | Durata | Effetto | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Mixed | 1 |
| 500 mg | 26.0 weeks | Positive | 48 |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Negative | -- |
| None | -- | Neutral | -- |
| 25 mg | 52.0 weeks | Mixed | 14 |
| None | -- | Positive | 60 |
| None | 468.0 weeks | Mixed | -- |
Momento migliore per l'assunzione: On empty stomach
Safety & Side Effects
Effetti collaterali segnalati
- ⚠ Generally very well tolerated
- ⚠ Mild gastrointestinal effects at high doses
- ⚠ Allergic reactions in those with cow's milk allergy
- ⚠ Constipation (rare, due to iron-binding)
Interazioni note
- ● May enhance absorption of certain antibiotics
- ● May interact with iron supplements (iron-binding properties)
Livello di assunzione massimo tollerabile: No established UL; well-tolerated up to 1,200 mg/day
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References
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