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Glutathione

gamma-L-glutamyl-L-cysteinylglycine

3 Amino Acids · MW: 307.32

Amino Acids

3

Molecular Weight

307.32

Half-life

minutes

Research Score

4.3

Studies

84

Storage

Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C

What is Glutathione?

Endogenous tripeptide and major intracellular thiol antioxidant. Renal studies show protection against cisplatin, ischemia-reperfusion, and contrast-related oxidative injury.

Key Benefits & Mechanisms

redox support

antioxidant

tubular protection

Research Summary

Glutathione replenishment has been explored to limit oxidative damage in proximal tubules and preserve mitochondrial function after nephrotoxic exposures. Benefits are largely tied to restoring the GSH/GSSG balance rather than a receptor-mediated effect.