Not for use in diagnostic procedures, human use, or veterinary use
Maximum AHK-CU Concentration The general consensus in peptide formulation is that 10% is the maximum concentration for topical copper peptide use
Dai X, Dharmage SC, Bowatte G, Waidyatillake NT, Perret JL, Hui J, et al
Most common side effect are vomiting & mild anaphylactoid reactions Tx these with reducing rate of infusion and antihistamines Rare severe anaphylactic reaction, tx by usual kitchen sink approach (fluids, stop drug, epi to support hypotension, antihistamines, steroids) Note*** as per Jesse: PO NAC is essentially never used in a Canadian context more of an American thing.Interestingly anaphylactoid reactions are more common in patients with negative acetaminophen levelsSee Table 143.3 for Side effect profile for NAC formulations [7] Describe a NAC protocol for IV administration *** Always check with your local institutions protocol and always call your local tox centre!*** As seen on LITFL: Adult dosing: Give 150 mg/kg NAC diluted in 200 ml of 5% dextrose IV over 15-60 minutes
Free radicals are the inevitable byproduct of the bodys metabolic activities and exposure to environmental stressors
Theres even some debate over whether theres really an established link between long-term stress and premature graying
