Effects of Alanine in Patients With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis

Summary

Purpose of this study is to assess the therapeutic efficacy of L-alanine in improving biological and histological findings by administrating 6-18g/day L-alanine for one year. We will also assess the safety and toxicity profile of long-term administration of L-alanine.

Timeline

Start

2004-02

Primary completion

2006-06

Completion

2006-06

Publications

• Results Suzuki A, Charlton MR, Lymp JF, et al. A pilot study: No therapeutic effect of L-alanine in patients with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis. Food and Nutrition Sciences 2: 67-73, 2010.

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