caprylidene

Also called “Axona”, Caprylidene is sold as a medical food “for clinical dietary management of the metabolic processes associated with mild to moderate Alzheimer disease” (drugs.com). Considering the fact that Alzheimer’s disease compromises the ability of some areas of the brain to use glucose, it is claimed that treatments targeting these metabolic deficits may have medical benefits. According to drugs.com, Caprylidene works by “increasing ketone levels in the blood, which may help to provide energy to the brain in patients with Alzheimer disease”. For those who don’t know what ketones are, they are basically chemicals produced when one doesn’t have enough insulin in their body to turn glucose into energy. Remember that you cannot take Caprylidene if you are allergic to milk or soy. Even though medical foods are not drugs per se, they are still administered under the supervision of a physician. Bear in mind that Caprylidene “is taken orally once a day shortly after a full meal (preferably breakfast or lunch, whichever is more substantial).”(rxlist.com). When it comes to its side effects, this medical food can cause diarrhea, nausea, hypertension, dizziness, headache, and abdominal pain. It these side effects occur, you should discontinue Caprylidene until your symptoms resolve. You should also consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking this medical food, because he/she may recommend a safer alternative for you.