Inosine

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Inosine is a nucleoside, one of the basic compounds comprising cells. It is a precursor to adenosine, an important energy molecule, and plays many supportive roles in the body.

Where is it found?

Inosine is found in brewer's yeast and organ meats. It is also available as a supplement.

Health Concerns

Inosine has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information):

Rating	Health Concerns
	Multiple Sclerosis
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Deficiency Symptoms

Who is likely to be deficient?

Inosine is not an essential nutrient, so deficiencies do not occur.

Dosage

How much is usually taken?

Although a common amount of inosine taken by athletes is 5,000-6,000 mg per day, little scientific evidence supports the use of this supplement in any amount.

Side Effects

Are there any side effects or interactions?

No side effects have been reported with the use of inosine for two to five days in the limited research available. However, unused inosine is converted by the body to uric acid, which may be hazardous to people at risk for gout.

At the time of writing, there were no well-known drug interactions with inosine.

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Last Review: 01-21-2009

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