MOVACID 400/MG CAP 60/CAP

Benefits & Uses

Primary Benefit

Provides potent antioxidant protection, supports peripheral nerve health, and improves insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism.

Health Claims

Supports antioxidant defenses, helps maintain healthy glucose metabolism, and may reduce symptoms of diabetic neuropathy such as burning, pain, and numbness.

Common Deficiency Symptoms

Not applicable, as the body produces Alpha Lipoic Acid. It is not an essential nutrient, so a deficiency state is not defined.

Target Population

Adults with type 2 diabetes or diabetic peripheral neuropathy, individuals with high oxidative stress, adults seeking metabolic and antioxidant support, and those with age-related mitochondrial decline.

Scientific Evidence Level

Moderate

Usage & Dosage

Suggested Use

Take 1 capsule daily, preferably on an empty stomach 30 minutes before a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Serving Size

1 capsule

Servings Per Container

60

Best Time to Take

30 minutes before meals for optimal absorption

Recommended Daily Intake

No established RDA; therapeutic doses range from 200-600mg/day; ALA is synthesized endogenously and is not an essential nutrient.

Upper Tolerable Limit

No established official UL; doses up to 1800mg/day have been used in clinical studies without serious adverse effects.

Absorption Enhancers

Taking on an empty stomach increases peak plasma concentration; the R-ALA enantiomer has higher bioavailability than the S-ALA form.

Absorption Inhibitors

Food intake significantly reduces ALA absorption by up to 30%; high-carbohydrate meals may blunt peak plasma levels.

Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

Generally well-tolerated; possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, skin rash, and hypoglycemia particularly in diabetic patients; high doses may cause insomnia or a thiamine-deficiency-like effect.

Toxicity Risk

Low

Upper Tolerable Limit

No established official UL; doses up to 1800mg/day have been used in clinical studies without serious adverse effects.

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to alpha lipoic acid or any excipients; thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency (including chronic alcohol misuse) must be corrected before use; use with caution in patients with diabetes due to hypoglycemia risk.

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Consult Doctor

Children Suitability

Not recommended for children under 18 without medical supervision.

Interactions

Medication Interactions

May enhance the hypoglycemic effect of insulin and oral antidiabetic drugs requiring blood glucose monitoring; may reduce the efficacy of thyroid medications (levothyroxine) if taken simultaneously; may interact with chemotherapy agents.

Supplement Interactions

Chelates minerals including iron, zinc, magnesium, and copper - take at least 2 hours apart from mineral supplements; high-dose biotin supplementation may compete with ALA; use caution with blood-sugar-lowering supplements such as fenugreek, garlic, and ginseng.

Synergistic Nutrients

Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Coenzyme Q10, and Glutathione - ALA regenerates these antioxidants; B vitamins support mitochondrial energy pathways alongside ALA.

Special Populations

Target Population

Adults with type 2 diabetes or diabetic peripheral neuropathy, individuals with high oxidative stress, adults seeking metabolic and antioxidant support, and those with age-related mitochondrial decline.

Children Suitability

Not recommended for children under 18 without medical supervision.

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Consult Doctor

Storage & Patient Advice

SFDA Storage Conditions

do not store above 30°c

Patient Counseling

Take 1 capsule (alpha‑lipoic acid 400 mg) orally once daily (OTC supplement). For best absorption, take on an empty stomach about 30 minutes before meals; if it causes stomach upset, it may be taken with food. If you have diabetes or use antidiabetic medicines, monitor blood glucose closely because alpha‑lipoic acid may lower it. Separate from mineral supplements (especially iron, magnesium, zinc, copper) by at least 2 hours. Use caution/seek medical advice if pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have thyroid disease or take thyroid medicines, or if you take other regular medications. Do not exceed the labeled dose unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Science & Evidence

Bioavailability Form

Alpha Lipoic Acid (racemic R/S mixture) - the R-form is the naturally occurring enantiomer with superior bioavailability; oral bioavailability is approximately 30-40% and is significantly reduced when taken with food.

Water or Fat Soluble

Both water- and fat-soluble

Scientific Evidence Level

Moderate

Food Sources

Red meat, organ meats (liver, kidney), spinach, broccoli, tomatoes, Brussels sprouts, peas, and rice bran; dietary amounts are significantly lower than supplemental doses.

Product Information

Supplement Type

Antioxidant

Certification

SFDA registered (Registration No. 1110211132); manufactured under GMP conditions by Martinez Nieto S.A., Spain.

Plant Source

Not applicable - Alpha Lipoic Acid is a non-plant-derived compound synthesized endogenously in humans and animals; it is not sourced from a botanical plant extract.

Standardized Extract

Not applicable - Alpha Lipoic Acid is a chemically defined compound, not a plant extract; each capsule contains 400mg of alpha lipoic acid (racemic R/S mixture).