Cystine

Oral Uses

• Alcohol addiction

  Cystine prevents liver damage against alcohol intake. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Bronchitis

  Cystine breaks down nucus deposits; alleviates symptoms. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Burns

  Cystine accelerates tissue healing and tissue regeneration. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Cystic fibrosis

  Cystine breaks down nucus deposits; alleviates symptoms. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Dandruff

  Cystine improves and supports skin health; reduces dandruff. Take 1.0-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Kidney stones

  Cystine prevents kidney stone formation. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

• Nicotine addiction

  Cystine protects the body against cigarette smoke. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

• Action - Increasing glutathione level

  Cystine increases glutathione levels. Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 0.5-1.5 g of cystine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested. Overdose may produce nausea. Do not use it if you have cystinosis or fanconi syndrome. Use it with caution if you are diabetic or if you have a medical history of kidney stones in the family. Safety in pregnant and nursing women, in children and people with liver or kidney disease is unknown.

Available Forms

Cystine is available in tablet and capsule form.