systematic_review
2019
High Quality
Acetyl-L-carnitine for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Unknown authors
Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
Key Findings
Sparse, low-certainty evidence on pain reduction with acetyl-L-carnitine; data on function and sensory symptoms lacking.
Conclusions
Uncertain whether acetyl-L-carnitine reduces neuropathic pain; safety evidence too uncertain to judge.
Supplements Studied
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Amino Acid
We are very uncertain whether ALC causes a reduction in pain after 6 to 12 months' treatment in people with DPN.
L-Carnitine
Amino Acid
Sparse, low-certainty evidence on pain reduction with acetyl-L-carnitine; data on function and sensory symptoms lacking.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
Year:2019
Quality Score:9/10
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