Glutamic acid is one of the valuable amino acids for the body, which is part of proteins. Yes, the body can synthesize it on its own. Yes, and some products also contain it. But in some cases, taking the drug in tablets is still justified. It is worthwhile to understand the instructions for the use of glutamic acid, analogues and synonyms.
Why does the body need glutamic acid?
Glutamic acid is an active participant in the normal metabolism, and it affects all people in different ways. In fact, this is a kind of mediator that transmits signals to the brain through the nerves.
In order to avoid poisoning the body, ammonia in certain chemical reactions goes into urea, which is less dangerous. In addition, glutamine stimulates the adrenal glands, as a result of which it becomes much easier for the body to tolerate stress, as well as more effectively resist allergies and inflammation.
But do not immediately use glutamic acid! As noted above, the body is quite capable of producing it. But the independent use of this substance can cause great health damage. However, like other amino acids in the chain, where, in addition to glutamic acid, valine, histidine, leucine, threonine, proline are present.
Pharmacodynamics
Glutamic acid, very important for the body, regulates metabolic processes, additionally providing detoxification as well as nootropic effects, binding ammonia. This is an important amino acid that acts as a neurotransmitter, characterized by increased metabolic activity, stimulating the oxidation process in the brain, and also ensuring normal protein metabolism.
The substance contributes to the normalization of metabolism and can even change the functionality of the endocrine system. Glutamine promotes the transfer of increased excitation to synapses, thereby contributing to the accelerated excretion of ammonia from the body.
This is a special component of myofibrils, which is responsible for the full synthesis of acetylcholine, urea, adenosine triphosphate, as well as other no less important amino acids for the full functioning of the whole organism. In addition, it supports and transfers potassium ions in the concentration necessary for this, thereby preventing a decrease in the oxidation process, combining the exchange of carbohydrates and nucleic acids.
Pharmacokinetics
Glutamic acid is characterized by a high degree of absorption, it easily passes through the histohematological and blood-brain barrier, membranes and membranes of cell formations. The drug has the ability to accumulate in the tissues of the body, as well as in the kidneys and liver. It is noteworthy that the substance is excreted from the body in its purest form.
Drug Interactions
Do not use the drug thoughtlessly. In combination with pyridoxine and thiamine, this acid is used to prevent or treat neurotoxic phenomena.
Side effects
If the dose of glutamic acid is exceeded excessively, a person may experience loose stools, vomiting, insomnia and increased nervous irritability. With prolonged use, leukopenia may develop, as well as a decrease in hemoglobin in the blood.
Analogues of the drug
The main analogues of glutamic acid are:
- "Cytoflavin" is mainly used for chronic cerebral ischemia, the initial stages of vascular encephalopathy, endotoxemia, acute poisoning with toxic and hypoxic encephalopathy.
- Glycid is used for the treatment of organic and functional diseases: neurosis, the effects of neuroinfection, various forms of encephalopathy, neurosis-like conditions, cranial and brain injuries, which are accompanied by emotional instability, sleep disturbance, and a decrease in brain performance.
- Enerion is suitable for the treatment of mental and physical asthenia, which may be accompanied by a decrease in activity and apathy. Additional indications for the use of the drug are asthenia of students and athletes, post-infectious asthenia, as well as asthenia, which occurs as a result of somatic diseases.
- "Celtican" - an analogue of glutamic acid is used to treat neuropathy of metabolic, osteoarticular and infectious origin. In addition, it is effective in the inflammatory process in the trigeminal and facial nerve, lumbalgia, as well as intercostal neuralgia.
- Mexidol is effective in acute or chronic disorders of the blood supply to the brain, the consequences of cranial injuries, discirculatory encephalopathy, cognitive atherosclerotic disorders, neurocirculatory dystonia, myocardial infarction, as well as intoxication with antipsychotic drugs.
- "Cerecard" is indicated for neurosis, withdrawal syndrome, discirculatory encephalopathy, cognitive impairment, autonomic-vascular disorders, acute circulatory disorders, as well as coronary heart disease.
- "Rilutec" - an analogue of glutamic acid is used for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The active substance affects neurotransmitter processes, promotes muscle relaxant and sedative effects.
- “Trigamma” is used in the complex treatment of neurological diseases: neuralgia, neuritis (including retrobulbar), polyneuropathy, radicular syndromes, myalgia, herpes zoster, and facial paresis.
Total
Glutamic acid amino acids are very important for the body. They play a rather important role in its full functioning. But nevertheless, the remedy should be taken only after a thorough examination and agreement with the doctor.