What is Cerefolin NAC used to treat?

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CerefolinNAC® is a prescription medical food specially formulated to meet the distinctive nutritional requirements of patients with a type of memory loss called mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

What are the side effects of Cerefolin?

What are some other side effects of Cerefolin?

Upset stomach or throwing up.
Belly pain.
Not hungry.
Diarrhea.
Feeling sleepy.
Headache.
Pimples (acne).

What is the generic name for Cerefolin NAC?

Generic Name & Formulations: L-methylfolate calcium (Metafolin) 6mg, Algae-S powder 90.314mg, methylcobalamin 2mg, N-acetylcysteine 600mg; caplets.

Does L-methylfolate cause weight gain?

In addition, L-methylfolate augmentation did not lead to any significant differences in terms of gastrointestinal side effects, sedation, weight gain, and sexual dysfunctions.

Why is Cerefolin prescribed?

Cerefolin is a discontinued prescription dietary supplement with vitamin B2 (riboflavin), B6 (pyridoxine), B9 (folic acid), and B12 (cobalamin). It was prescribed to patients to treat or prevent B-vitamin deficiencies due to poor diet, pregnancy, illness, or other causes.

Is Cerefolin NAC FDA approved?

It is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment or prevention of vitamin deficiencies. “Cerefolin NAC” contains L-methylfolate (as Metafolin) 5.6 mg, methylcobalamin 2 mg, N-acetylcysteine 600 mg.

Is Cerefolin covered by Medicare?

Medicare prescription drug insurance plans are unlikely to cover a Cerefolin Nac prescription.

Is Cerefolin over the counter?

All the active ingredients in Cerefolin Nac–methylfolate (vitamin B9), acetylcysteine, and methylcobalamin (vitamin B12)–are widely available in over-the-counter dietary supplements either individually or in combination with other nutrients.