Description

R-lipoic acid (D-lipoic acid) is a powerful natural antioxidant with a variety of health benefits.
It is a white powder that is insoluble in water, but can be dissolved in ethanol, chloroform, glycerol and lipids.
Its chemical formula is C8H14O2S2 and its molecular weight is 206.33.

Main effects
R-lipoic acid has a strong antioxidant capacity and can effectively remove reactive oxygen species in the body,
protecting cells from oxidative damage.
In addition, it also has a hepatoprotective effect, helps to alleviate hepatitis symptoms, restore liver function,
and is often used to treat chronic hepatitis and cirrhosis.
At the same time, it plays a key role in energy metabolism,
promoting the function of pyruvate dehydrogenase complex and α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase complex.

Uses
It is widely used in the medical field for the treatment of diseases such as diabetic neuropathy, chronic hepatitis,
cirrhosis and fatty liver.
In addition, it is also used as a health supplement to enhance the immune system, improve blood sugar control, and protect the nervous system.

Extraction method
It is mainly prepared by chemical synthesis, usually using 6,8-dichlorooctanoic acid ethyl ester as the starting material, and is prepared through steps such as thiolation, cyclization and hydrolysis.