L-Glutamic acid: properties, applications and features
L-Glutamic acid, also known as glutamic acid, is an amino acid produced in Japan. It belongs to the pharmacological group of amino acids and is widely used in medicine. Glutamic acid is available in powder form.
Preparations containing L-glutamic acid are manufactured by Ajinomoto Co. Ltd. in Japan. The international name for this substance is glutamic acid, and its synonym is glutamic acid.
L-Glutamic acid has a wide range of uses in clinical practice. It is used in the treatment of epilepsy, mainly to control petit mal seizures with equivalents. Glutamic acid is also used for schizophrenia, psychosis (somatogenic, intoxication, involution), reactive states accompanied by symptoms of exhaustion, depression, as well as for the treatment of the consequences of meningitis and encephalitis, toxic neuropathy against the background of the use of isonicotinic acid hydrazides (in combination with thiamine and pyridoxine) and hepatic coma. In pediatric patients, glutamic acid can be used to treat mental retardation, cerebral palsy, the consequences of intracranial birth injury, Down's disease, as well as in the acute and recovery periods of poliomyelitis.
However, the use of L-glutamic acid has some contraindications and limitations. It is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the drug, fever, liver and/or kidney failure, nephrotic syndrome, gastric and duodenal ulcers, diseases of the hematopoietic organs, anemia, leukopenia, increased excitability, violent mental reactions and obesity. In addition, the use of drugs with glutamic acid is limited in case of kidney and liver diseases.
When using L-glutamic acid, some side effects may occur, such as increased excitability, insomnia, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, allergic reactions, chills and short-term hyperthermia. I have no information that L-glutamic acid is a pharmacological group amino acids or that it is produced only in Japan by Ajinomoto Co. Ltd. There may have been some misunderstandings or inaccuracies in the information you received.
Generally, glutamic acid (L-glutamic acid) is a non-controversial amino acid that plays an important role in the body. It is a building block of proteins and can be used by cells as an energy source. Glutamic acid also affects the function of the immune system and is involved in the formation and protection of the gastrointestinal mucosa.
The medical uses of glutamic acid vary. It can be used as an adjunctive treatment in the treatment of certain conditions such as burns, trauma, infections and post-operative complications. Glutamic acid may also be beneficial for people who suffer from certain bowel conditions or have digestive problems.
However, before using glutamic acid for medical purposes or as a dietary supplement, it is important to consult with a qualified physician or nutritionist. They will be able to consider your individual circumstances and make recommendations that are appropriate to your health.
Again, I would like to point out that my information is limited and may not be current or complete regarding recent events or developments.