Q: What exactly is NAD+?
A: It stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme naturally found in the body’s cells and is essential to many metabolic reactions, particularly those involved in cellular energy production.
Q: Is it an energy stimulant?
A: No. It is not a stimulant like caffeine. It participates in cellular energy metabolism, but that biological role should not be interpreted to mean NAD+ treatment will necessarily make someone feel more energetic.
Q: Why is it associated with longevity?
A: It has attracted research interest because it participates in cellular pathways associated with metabolism, aging biology, and enzymes such as sirtuins. Research into these pathways does not establish it as a treatment that slows, prevents, or reverses human aging.
Q: Does it improve mitochondrial function?
A: It is essential to normal mitochondrial energy metabolism. However, its biological role should be distinguished from a clinical claim that it will improve mitochondrial function or treat mitochondrial dysfunction in an individual.
Q: How is it administered?
A: It can be prepared in different dosage forms. The method, dose, and frequency depend on the formulation prescribed and your individualized treatment plan. Follow the instructions provided by our healthcare provider and dispensing pharmacy.
Q: When should it be reassessed?
A: An initial period of approximately 4–12 weeks may be used to evaluate tolerance and the continued appropriateness of treatment. Our healthcare provider can then determine whether the regimen should continue or change.
