Cerefolin NAC Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Alfasigma
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Cerefolin NAC against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Cerefolin NAC is a dietary supplement by Alfasigma with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for thinning mucus in lung conditions, acetaminophen (tylenol) overdose treatment, antioxidant and glutathione support.Based on those ingredients, 314 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, Methylcobalamin. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Cerefolin NAC contains four active ingredients. N-acetyl cysteine is an amino acid that supports the body's antioxidant defenses and has established roles in treating acetaminophen poisoning and certain respiratory conditions.
Methylcobalamin is a form of vitamin B12 needed for nerve function and red blood cell formation. L-methylfolate calcium is a form of folate (vitamin B9).
Algae-S Powder rounds out the formula. The product also contains several inactive ingredients including cellulose, polyvinyl alcohol, silicon dioxide compounds, and food colorants.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
N-acetyl cysteine is established as effective for acetaminophen poisoning, atelectasis (lung collapse), and bronchial diagnostic procedures, and tracheostomy care. It's possibly effective for bronchitis.
Methylcobalamin (B12) is effective for vitamin B12 deficiency and Imerslund-Grasbeck disease, and likely effective for cyanide poisoning. It's possibly effective for canker sores and postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain after shingles).
We don't hold effectiveness data for L-methylfolate calcium or Algae-S Powder in our monographs.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
N-acetyl cysteine is generally well tolerated at typical doses, though most adverse effects appear when you take more than 9 grams in a single dose or exceed 30 grams daily. Common side effects from oral use include diarrhea, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, heartburn, and loss of appetite.
Some people report joint pain. Methylcobalamin (B12) is very well tolerated and safe; excess is removed in urine so there's no established upper limit.
The product's safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding hasn't been well studied—talk with your doctor or pharmacist before use if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking Cerefolin NAC, check with your pharmacist if you take nitroglycerin (Major interaction risk), blood pressure medications, blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, chloroquine, metformin, or activated charcoal. We have no interaction data for two of the four ingredients, so mentioning all your medications is especially important.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Cerefolin NAC is worth discussing with your pharmacist if you need support with acetaminophen poisoning, certain lung conditions, or B12 deficiency—but definitely check it against your medications first, especially if you take heart medications, blood pressure drugs, or blood thinners. Pregnant or nursing?
Ask your pharmacist before starting, as safety data is limited. It's generally well tolerated at standard doses.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2019.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Cerefolin NAC, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Alfasigma |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 90 Caplet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 23, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 206099 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Other (e.g. Tea Bag) |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine | 600 mg | -- |
| Methylcobalamin | 2 mg | -- |
| L-Methylfolate Calcium | 6 mg | -- |
| Algae-S Powder | 90.314 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: silicified Microcrystalline Cellulose, Algae-S Powder, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Croscarmellose Sodium, Titanium Dioxide, Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, Beet powder, Caramel, Carnauba wax
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General Statements
Description CerefolinNAC is a prescription medical food for use only under the supervision of a physician for the clinical dietary management of mild cognitive impairment and is specially formulated to meet the distinctive nutritional requirements for this condition.
CAS# 151533-22-1
This product is not an orange book product.
CerefolinNAC bottle of 90 Product Code # 00525-0555-90.
Each CerefolinNAC caplet is an oval coated beige colored caplet. Debossed with “PAL” on one side and “600” on the other.
Alfasigma USA, Inc. does not represent these product codes to be National Drug Codes (NDC). Product codes are formatted according to standard industry practice, to meet the formatting requirements of pharmacy and health insurance computer systems.
Formula
Contains milk and soy
Indications and usage CerefolinNAC is indicated for the distinct nutritional requirements of individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment who present with an increased risk for neurovascular oxidative stress and/or hyperhomocysteinemia; and/or suboptimal L-methylfolate and/or vitamin B12 levels in the cerebrospinal fluid, plasma, and/or red blood cells.
Allergic reactions have been reported following the use of oral L-methylfolate Calcium. Mild transient diarrhea, itching, transitory exanthema and the feeling of swelling of the entire body has been associated with methylcobalamin. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, transient skin rash, flushing, epigastric pain, and constipation have been associated with N-acetyl-L-cysteine.
Precautions
Contains milk and soy
CerefolinNAC is a prescription medical food for use only under the supervision of a physician.
Medical foods are intended for a patient who has a limited or impaired capacity to ingest, digest, absorb, or metabolize ordinary foodstuffs or certain nutrients, or who has other special medically determined nutrient requirements, the dietary management of which cannot be achieved by the modification of the normal diet alone.
Contraindications CerefolinNAC is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components contained in this product.
Precautions General Folic acid, when administered in daily doses above 0.1mg, may obscure the detection of B12 deficiency (specifically, the administration of folic acid may reverse the hematological manifestations of B12 deficiency, including pernicious anemia, while not addressing the neurological manifestations). L-methylfolate Calcium may be less likely than folic acid to mask vitamin B12 deficiency. Folate therapy alone is inadequate for the treatment of a B12 deficiency.
N-acetyl-L-cysteine should be avoided by nursing mothers.
N-acetyl-L-cysteine clearance is reduced in those with chronic liver disease as well as in pre-term newborns.
Headaches may be intensified in those taking N-acetyl-L-cysteine and nitrates for the treatment of angina.24 While the incidence of renal stones is low, those that do form renal stones, particularly cysteine stones should avoid CerefolinNAC. Do not administer CerefolinNAC to critically ill patients. N-acetyl-L-cysteine and its sulfhydryl metabolites could produce a false-positive result in the nitroprusside test for ketone bodies used in diabetes.24 N-acetyl-L-cysteine should be used with caution in those with a history of peptic ulcer disease since N-acetyl-L-cysteine may disrupt the gastric mucosal barrier.
Adverse reactions Allergic reactions have been reported following the use of oral L-methylfolate Calcium. Mild transient diarrhea, itching, transitory exanthema and the feeling of swelling of the entire body has been associated with methylcobalamin. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, transient skin rash, flushing, epigastric pain, and constipation have been associated with N-acetyl-L-cysteine.
Use under medical supervision.
Formulation
CerefolinNAC caplets do not contain lactose, yeast or gluten.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended use The usual adult dose is one caplet daily or as directed under medical supervision.
Storage
Storage Store at controlled room temperature 15(0)C to 30(0)C (59(0)F to 86(0)F) (See USP). Protect from heat, light and moisture.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Patents Some or all of the following patents may apply: U.S. Patent No. 5,997,915 U.S. Patent No. 6,008,221 U.S. Patent No. 6,011,040 U.S. Patent No. 6,127,370 U.S. Patent No. 6,254,904 U.S. Patent No. 6,441,168B1 U.S. Patent No. 7,172,778 U.S. Patent No. 7,674,490 U.S. Patent No. 7,709,460B2
Metafolin is a registered trademark of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.
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Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma
These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Caplet(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
Interacts with294 drugs
N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is a supplement form of the amino acid cysteine and a building block for the antioxidant glutathione. It has well-established...
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine monograph & interactionsMethylcobalamin
Interacts with20 drugs
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very h...
Methylcobalamin monograph & interactionsL-Methylfolate Calcium
Algae-S Powder
Other (inactive) ingredients: Silicified Microcrystalline Cellulose, Algae-S Powder, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Croscarmellose Sodium, Titanium Dioxide, Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Magnesium Stearate, Talc, Beet powder, Caramel, Carnauba wax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma contains ingredients that do interact with several medication types, with the most serious concern being nitroglycerin (a heart medication).
N-acetyl cysteine, one of the four active ingredients, can significantly lower blood pressure and trigger severe headaches when you take it alongside intravenous or transdermal nitroglycerin.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
N-acetyl cysteine also has Moderate interactions with blood pressure medications (antihypertensives), blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs, chloroquine (an antimalarial), and activated charcoal. With blood pressure drugs, it may lower your pressure further.
With blood thinners or antiplatelet medications, it could increase bleeding risk. It may also interfere with how chloroquine works, and vice versa with activated charcoal—each can reduce the other's effectiveness.
Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) has a Minor interaction with metformin, a diabetes medication; metformin can lower your B12 levels over time. We could not check two ingredients—L-methylfolate calcium and Algae-S Powder—so their interaction potential is unknown.
Altogether, these interactions span 311 individual medications. Run your current medications through the checker on this page before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Cerefolin NAC interact with 314 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 4 ingredients in Cerefolin NAC interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine Methylcobalamin
NitroglycerinGonitro, Nitro Time, Nitro-Bid, Nitrocine Timecaps, Nitrogard, Nitrogard SR +7 more
How Nitroglycerin interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineNitroglycerin Major
Interaction Summary
N-acetyl cysteine can increase the risk for hypotension and headaches when taken with intravenous or transdermal nitroglycerin.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Nitroglycerin interactionAbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Abrocitinib interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acetaminophen, Aspirin interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, IbuprofenCombogesic
How Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen interactionAcetazolamideAk-Zol, Diamox
How Acetazolamide interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acetazolamide interactionAcetylsalicylic AcidEntrophen
How Acetylsalicylic Acid interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Acetylsalicylic Acid interactionAliskirenTekturna
How Aliskiren interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Aliskiren interactionAlteplase, TpaActilyse, Activase
How Alteplase, Tpa interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Alteplase, Tpa interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin Codeine #2
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Codeine Phosphate, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium HydroxideAscriptin
How Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Aluminum Hydroxide, Aspirin, Magnesium Hydroxide interactionAmbrisentanLetairis, Volibris
How Ambrisentan interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Ambrisentan interactionAmilorideAmilamont, Midamor
How Amiloride interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amiloride interactionAmiloride, HydrochlorothiazideAmil-Co, Amilzide, Moduret 25, Moduretic
How Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amiloride, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionAmlodipineNorliqva
How Amlodipine interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine interactionAmlodipine BenzoateKaterzia
How Amlodipine Benzoate interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine Benzoate interactionAmlodipine BesilateIstin
How Amlodipine Besilate interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine Besilate interactionAmlodipine BesylateNorvasc
How Amlodipine Besylate interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine Besylate interactionAmlodipine Besylate, BenazeprilLotrel
How Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine Besylate, Benazepril interactionAmlodipine, CelecoxibConsensi
How Amlodipine, Celecoxib interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Amlodipine, Celecoxib interactionAmmonium ChlorideAmmonium Chloride
How Ammonium Chloride interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Ammonium Chloride interactionAnacaulase-bcdbNexoBrid
How Anacaulase-bcdb interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Anacaulase-bcdb interactionAnagrelideAgrylin
How Anagrelide interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Anagrelide interactionAnisindioneMiradon
How Anisindione interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Anisindione interactionAntithrombin IiiThrombate III
How Antithrombin Iii interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Antithrombin Iii interactionApixabanEliquis
How Apixaban interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Apixaban interactionAprocitentanTryvio
How Aprocitentan interacts with Cerefolin NAC — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
N-acetyl-l-cysteineAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full N-acetyl-l-cysteine + Aprocitentan interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Cerefolin NAC with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
Nitroglycerin
N-acetyl cysteine can increase the risk for hypotension and headaches when taken with intravenous or transdermal nitroglycerin.
Clinical research shows that concomitant administration of N-acetyl cysteine and intravenous or transdermal nitroglycerin can cause severe hypotension and intolerable headaches. Furthermore, in vitro research suggests that N-acetyl cysteine increases the anticoagulant activity of nitroglycerin.
Activated Charcoal
N-acetyl cysteine might reduce the effects of activated charcoal, while activated charcoal might reduce the absorption of N-acetyl cysteine.
N-acetyl cysteine appears to reduce the capacity of activated charcoal to adsorb acetaminophen and salicylic acid. Conversely, although clinical research suggests that although activated charcoal can reduce the absorption of N-acetyl cysteine by up to 40%, it does not seem to reduce its clinical effects. Other clinical evidence suggests that activated charcoal does not affect the absorption of N-acetyl cysteine.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Clinical research suggests that intravenous N-acetyl cysteine decreases prothrombin time, prolongs coagulation time, decreases platelet aggregation, and increases blood loss in surgical patients. Furthermore, in vitro research suggests that N-acetyl cysteine increases the anticoagulant activity of nitroglycerin.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that N-acetyl cysteine potentiates the hypotensive effects of the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) captopril and enalaprilat. Theoretically, combining N-acetyl cysteine with other antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Chloroquine (Aralen)
Theoretically, N-acetyl cysteine might interfere with the antimalarial effects of chloroquine.
Animal research suggests that N-acetyl cysteine might reduce the antimalarial effects of chloroquine by increasing cellular levels of glutathione.
Methylcobalamin
Metformin (Glucophage)
Metformin, a common medication used to manage type 2 diabetes, has been associated with lower vitamin B12 levels in some individuals. Prolonged use of metformin can interfere with the absorption of B12 in the digestive system, potentially leading to a deficiency in this essential vitamin.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Cerefolin NAC, from the product label.
Alfasigma
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- Alfasigma USA, Inc.
- City
- Covington
- State
- LA
- ZipCode
- 70433
- Phone Number
- 1-844-639-9726
Cerefolin NAC by Alfasigma: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Cerefolin NAC’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
N-acetyl Cysteine (nac)
Interacts with 294 drugsN-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is a supplement form of the amino acid cysteine and a building block for the antioxidant glutathione. It has well-established prescription uses for acetaminophen over...
Read the full N-acetyl Cysteine (nac) monograph → Herb & supplement monographVitamin B12
Interacts with 20 drugsVitamin B12 (cobalamin) is an essential nutrient your body needs to make red blood cells, keep nerves healthy, and support DNA. Supplements are very helpful for people who are deficient — su...
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N-acetyl Cysteine (nac) 86 references
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