D-Ribose

D-Ribose might have protective effects in cardiac ischemia. Claims that D-Ribose is an exercise performance enhancer aren't substantiated by credible evidence. D-Ribose might be helpful in some rare genetic diseases, such as adenylosuccinase deficiency and myoadenylade deaminase deficiency.

Nursing mothers and women who are pregnant should avoid supplemental D-Ribose. Supplemental D-Ribose might cause elevation in uric acid levels and hypoglycemia. Individuals with elevated uric acid levels and hypoglycemics should apply extreme caution in D-Ribose use. Individuals with gout should avoid supplemental D-Ribose. Individuals with diabetes should apply extreme caution in the use of D-Ribose. Diabetics who decide to try D-Ribose must be under a physician's supervision and have blood glucose levels closely monitored and their antidiabetic medications appropriately adjusted, if necessary. Reported adverse reactions include diarrhea, headache, hyperuricemia, hyperuricosuria, hypoglycemia, and nausea. This website is intended to educate and inform, and should not replace discussions with your doctor.