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Nicotinamide mononucleotide is safe for human use

A Japanese study establishes safety of NMN despite previous results in animal studies

12-Nov-2019

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A clinical trial of nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) concluded that NMN is safe for humans.

Investigated the safety of a single NMN dose in 10 healthy men between 40 to 60 years.

Aim of the study was to establish safety and tolerability at the dosage used.

This trial was not large enough to demonstrate efficacy of NMN.

Next step is to investigate the efficacy, suitable dosage and frequency in a larger study population.

Research by Keio University School of Medicine in Japan, published in Endocrine Journal.

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Endocrine Journal

The official journal of The Japan Endocrine Society since 1927

Keio University School of Medicine

Established in 1917, Keio School of Medicine offers undergraduate programs, graduate programs. Affiliated to Keio University Hospital.

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