Adenosine monophosphate: overview, uses,
side effects, and precautions
Adenosine
is a compound organically found in our body and is also used to manufacture
various medicines. This chemical is found in three forms: adenosine, adenosine
monophosphate (AMP), and adenosine triphosphate (ATP).
When
used in medicines, it is usually used to treat heart conditions like paroxysmal
supraventricular tachycardia (a condition in which the heart rate is higher
than expected) and is only consumed on medical prescription. But adenosine is
also associated with weight loss in a specific population (athletes, severely
ill patients, or people suffering from weak blood circulation).
Overview
AMP is
also called 5’-adenylic acid and consists of nucleoside (nucleobase adenine),
phosphate, and sugar ribose. It is crucial for various cellular metabolic
processes and is interconverted to Adenosine diphosphate (ADP)/ATP.
Uses
AMP is
naturally used to synthesize RNA (Ribonucleic acid) and generate energy in the
form of ATP from the consumed food. Apart from that, it is used to treat
various health issues.
- Photosensitivity & porphyria
cutanea tarda
According
to a report, 90% of porphyria cutanea tarda patients got effective results
after consuming a specific quantity of AMP for a month. Moreover, the problem
of photosensitivity was wholly healed in 50%of the patients after consuming AMP.
2.
Shingles and Postherpetic Neuralgia
AMP is
considered an effective compound to fight against shingles outbreaks and reduce
the pain of existing shingles. In a double-blind trial, patients (shingles)
were given a specific dose of AMP/placebo thrice a week for 4 weeks. Patients
consuming AMP healed faster and even observed symptoms of prevention in the
development of postherpetic neuralgia.
3.
Cold Sores
As per
a study, AMP can be helpful to treat cold sores and prevent their reoccurrence
after taking a specific portion.
4.
Leg Sores
According
to a study, AMP is considered effective in treating venous leg ulcers caused by
poor blood circulation. It can help to alleviate fluid
retention, swelling, and itchiness.
5.
herpes labialis
As per
the study, AMP showed a positive effect in 36% of the patients during their
treatment of herpes labialis. Even it reduces the possibility of its reoccurrence
by 23%.
Side effects
The
possible side effects of AMP are unclear, but some experts suggest the
following side effects:
1.
Increase levels of adenosine
Due to
high levels of adenosine, one may experience:
·
Chest pain
·
Difficulty in
breathing
·
Headache
·
Low BP
·
Abnormal heart rate
·
Nausea
·
Excessive sweating
·
Coughing
·
Anxiety
·
Sleeping disorders
2.
Suppress immunity
Immunity
plays a vital role in protecting our bodies from various illnesses. A
suppressed immunity can make the body prone to many chronic diseases.
Precautions
Some
people should not consider taking AMP to avoid health complications. These are:
1.
Pregnant & lactating mothers
The
effect of AMP is unknown on pregnancy or breastfeeding & hence one should
avoid it.
2.
Gout patients
AMP
generates ATP, which can increase uric acid levels in the blood and urine. Such
a situation can trigger gout and lead to joint inflammation.
3.
Heart patients
As ATP
reduces blood flow to the heart, it worsens many heart conditions.
Conclusion
AMP is
essential for many biological processes, especially when present naturally in
the body. But while consuming its supplements, one must seek advice from
experts. Excessive dosage can result in many undesirable side effects.
Disclaimer
This content is only for education, and we don't
promote any felonious commodity. Please, please stay away from harmful
commodities for the betterment of our Nation. Use any pharmaceutical drug under
the supervision of a registered medical practitioner.
Jai
Hind.
Src:
https://wa.kaiserpermanente.org/kbase/topic.jhtml?docId=hn-2796008
https://www.verywellhealth.com/adenosine-monophosphate-5081784
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/0030422079900719?via%3Dihub
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1067/adenosine