Glutamine is a non-essential amino acid that is sometimes used in dietary supplements. This eMedTV segment covers some of the possible benefits of glutamine, discusses its effectiveness, and explores the safety of glutamine supplementation.
Glutamine supplementation is claimed to be beneficial for conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, and diarrhea. This eMedTV article lists some of the other possible benefits of glutamine and explores its effectiveness for these uses.
Studies have reported no significant side effects with glutamine supplementation. This page from the eMedTV Web site describes some of the problems that have been reported with the supplement and also lists theoretical glutamine side effects.
Many people may wonder, "Does glutamine work?" and question the effectiveness of the supplement. This eMedTV article lists potential benefits of the supplement and explores the effectiveness of glutamine for these uses.
A standard glutamine dosage has not been established yet. This article from the eMedTV archives discusses glutamine dosing in more detail and offers information on how to best determine a safe and effective glutamine dosage.
Lactulose, seizure medications, and chemotherapy medicines may cause negative glutamine drug interactions. This eMedTV article further explains what may happen when these products interact with glutamine supplementation.
People with allergies, epilepsy, or bipolar disorder may not be able to take glutamine safely. This eMedTV article further discusses the safety of glutamine supplementation and lists potential side effects or problems that may occur with the product.
Glutamine (L-glutamine) supplements may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This portion of the eMedTV site provides more information on glutamine and pregnancy, and explains why dietary supplements may not be safe for pregnant women.
It is generally considered a good idea to avoid glutamine (L-glutamine) supplements while breastfeeding. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at glutamine and breastfeeding, and explains whether the drug is safe for breastfeeding women.
It is currently not known exactly what to expect with a glutamine (L-glutamine) overdose. This eMedTV Web page explores some of the potential effects of a glutamine overdose and explains what treatment options are available.
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