NAC & ALA 90 Capsules 500 mg/200 mg

Description

NAC & ALA 90c by Bioclinic Naturals – Cellular Antioxidant Support Capsules

NAC & ALA capsules by Bioclinic Naturals combine N-acetyl-L-cysteine with R-alpha-lipoic acid in a vegetarian capsule formula. Each two-capsule serving supplies 500 mg of NAC and 200 mg of R-alpha-lipoic acid, bringing together a glutathione building block and a complementary component of the body's antioxidant network.

This focused combination is designed for antioxidant support rather than broad multivitamin coverage. The 90-capsule bottle contains 45 labeled servings, and the Supplement Facts also lists calcium. Knowing the difference between the two main ingredients helps you compare this formula with NAC-only products or lipoic-acid supplements taken separately.

Key NAC & ALA 90c Benefits

Provides a source of cysteine, a building block the body uses to make glutathione for its normal cellular antioxidant defenses.
Combines NAC with R-alpha-lipoic acid to complement the body's interconnected antioxidant systems rather than supply glutathione directly.
Supports normal cellular redox balance, the ongoing exchange processes that help maintain antioxidant activity during everyday metabolism.

How NAC & ALA 90c Works

Your cells continually produce and use antioxidant molecules as part of normal metabolism. Glutathione synthesis requires several amino-acid building blocks, including cysteine. NAC supplies a source of that cysteine; it is not the same ingredient as glutathione itself. This distinction explains why the formula pairs a precursor with another antioxidant-network ingredient rather than simply adding more of one compound.

R-alpha-lipoic acid participates in oxidation-and-reduction chemistry, helping connect different parts of the cellular antioxidant network. These exchanges contribute to cellular redox balance. The R-form lipoic acid is also the form naturally involved in mitochondrial enzyme systems. That physiological role does not mean taking these capsules guarantees increased energy or an immediate noticeable effect.

Key Functional Ingredients Include:

N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine: Supplies cysteine for making glutathione, an antioxidant that cells use directly and through antioxidant enzymes. Supporting the availability of this building block complements normal glutathione production without supplying finished glutathione or promising a particular change in its level.
R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid: Contributes to the antioxidant network through reversible chemical exchanges between its oxidized and reduced forms. These exchanges help maintain other antioxidants in usable forms. Its complementary role differs from NAC's contribution of a building block for glutathione.

NAC & ALA 90c Is Formulated For

Adults comparing a combined NAC and alpha-lipoic acid supplement with separate single-ingredient options.
People seeking a focused formula for glutathione support who can follow the manufacturer's precautions and review medication compatibility with their practitioner.

Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner before starting a new supplement. Ready to find the right fit? Access Now to schedule a consultation with our licensed wellness professionals at Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other NAC Products and Bioclinic Naturals collections.

Recommendation: 2 capsules per day with a meal or as directed by a health care professional.

Serving Size: 2 Capsules
Servings Per Container: 45

Amount Per Serving:
Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate dihydrate) ... 250 mg
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine ... 500 mg
R-Alpha-Lipoic Acid ... 200 mg

** Daily Value not established.

Isura® is a registered trademark of ISURA.

Other Ingredients: Dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, vegetarian capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), magnesium stearate (vegetable grade), silicon dioxide, stearic acid.

Does Not Contain: Contains no artificial colors, preservatives, or sweeteners, no dairy, wheat, gluten, yeast, soy, corn, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, or GMOs.

Storage: For freshness, store in a cool, dry place.

Warnings/Cautions:

Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken.

Consult your health care professional prior to use if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, have a medical condition, or anticipate surgery. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use this product if you are taking antibiotics or nitroglycerin. Avoid use if you have acetylcysteine allergy, and use with caution in individuals with asthma.

Long-term use may warrant low-dose copper and/or thiamine supplementation. NAC may have additive effects with nitroglycerin, potentially causing headaches and hypotension. NAC may also reduce the capacity of activated charcoal to absorb acetaminophen.

Additional manufacturer cautions from the Canadian product page: Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have diabetes or kidney stones. Stop use and consult a health care practitioner if you experience sweating, paleness, chills, headache, dizziness, and/or confusion (as these may be symptoms of serious low blood sugar). Do not use this product if you are taking antibiotics or nitroglycerin. Keep out of reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions About NAC & ALA 90c

What are the benefits of NAC & ALA 90c?

NAC & ALA 90c provides complementary ingredients for normal antioxidant function. NAC supplies cysteine, which the body uses to make glutathione, while R-alpha-lipoic acid participates in the interconnected antioxidant network. Each two-capsule serving provides 500 mg NAC and 200 mg R-alpha-lipoic acid. This is a focused combination for people comparing these ingredients together; it does not supply glutathione directly and should not be confused with a comprehensive multivitamin.

Who should take NAC & ALA 90c?

Adults seeking NAC and R-alpha-lipoic acid together can consider this formula with their healthcare professional. The manufacturer directs two capsules per day with a meal, and the 90-capsule bottle provides 45 servings. Medication review matters: antibiotics and nitroglycerin are specifically listed as reasons not to use it. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned surgery, medical conditions, asthma, and acetylcysteine allergy also require attention to the manufacturer's detailed cautions before deciding whether this combination fits your routine.

Are there any side effects of taking NAC & ALA 90c?

The manufacturer's guide warns of headaches and hypotension with nitroglycerin; do not combine this product with nitroglycerin or antibiotics. Avoid it with acetylcysteine allergy; use caution with asthma. Seek professional advice for pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, medications, medical conditions, or surgery. The manufacturer also flags diabetes, kidney stones, and serious low-blood-sugar symptoms, including sweating, paleness, chills, headache, dizziness, or confusion; stop use and consult a practitioner if these occur. Long-term use may warrant copper or thiamine review. NAC may affect activated charcoal's absorption of acetaminophen. Keep out of reach of children; do not use if seal is broken.

How does NAC & ALA 90c support overall health?

NAC & ALA 90c focuses on the body's normal antioxidant processes rather than supplying a broad range of vitamins. Cysteine from NAC contributes to glutathione production, while R-alpha-lipoic acid participates in redox exchanges within the antioxidant network. These are complementary functions, not interchangeable ingredients. Calcium is also declared at 250 mg per serving. Consider that amount alongside other supplements when reviewing your routine, and follow the manufacturer's meal-time directions and medication precautions.