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N-Acetylcysteine (NAC).

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600 mg N-acetylcysteine per capsule, the acetylated form of the amino acid cysteine. One to two capsules a day, with only plant-based cellulose as an excipient.

WHY THIS PRODUCT?

600 mg NAC per capsule, one active substance with no further additives

Acetylated form of cysteine, which oxidises less quickly than cysteine itself

One excipient, plant-based cellulose as filler and capsule

Dosable from 600 to 1200 mg, with 1 to 2 capsules per day

No allergens, and suitable for vegans

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N Acetylcysteine - 80 capsules

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC).

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01 / The story

Cysteine with an acetyl group.

01, Where cysteine comes from
02, Why the acetyl group
03, Sulphur in amino acids
04, Dosing from 600 to 1200 mg
05, Frequently asked questions
Reading time · 3 min

Cysteine is a sulphur-containing amino acid found in protein-rich foods: eggs, meat, legumes and grains. As a stand-alone substance, cysteine keeps poorly, because it oxidises quickly. Attaching an acetyl group to it creates N-acetylcysteine, a form that does stay stable in a capsule.

What the acetyl group does

The acetyl group is a small carbon group that is attached to the nitrogen atom of cysteine. As a result, the substance oxidises less quickly and a capsule stays usable. Chemically, it is therefore the same building block, just in a packaged form.

Sulphur in amino acids

Apart from methionine, cysteine is the only amino acid in our protein that contains sulphur. That sulphur group can form bridges between protein chains, which allows proteins to take on and hold their three-dimensional shape. It is also where the characteristic smell comes from.

Dosing from 600 to 1200 mg

One capsule provides 600 mg, two capsules 1200 mg. At one a day, a jar of 80 capsules lasts almost three months. The distinct sulphur smell is part of the substance and says nothing about the quality of the raw material.

N-Acetyl-Cysteine capsules by Ergomax

N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is a dietary supplement with a wide range of applications. Belonging to the group of mucolytics, it is regularly used in mainstream medicine. N-acetyl cysteine is the precursor to the human body's endogenous antioxidant glutathione. An additional aspect less widely known, N-acetyl cysteine influences gene expression. At this fundamental level, N-acetyl cysteine regulates several important processes throughout the body.

Benefits

  • Excellent absorption and stable
  • Precursor to glutathione
  • Wide applicability
  • Of natural origin
  • Free from gluten, soy and artificial additives; GMO-free

What is N-Acetyl Cysteine?

The substance N-acetyl-cysteine is the acetylated form of the sulfur-containing amino acid L-cysteine. The 'N' stands for the nitrogen atom. The acetyl group, after cleavage, acts as an important biochemical in the body. The body can synthesize L-cysteine from the amino acid L-methionine, but synthesis is not always sufficient. N-acetyl cysteine is thus a semi-essential, or "conditional", amino acid.

N-acetyl cysteine is not naturally found in the body: supplementation is the only way to obtain sufficient amounts of this substance. N-acetyl cysteine is more optimally absorbed and is more stable than regular cysteine. In this supplement.Ergomax uses N-acetyl-cysteine of Japanese Pharmaceutical Quality.

Supplement glutathione via N-acetyl cysteine

Despite the fact that N-acetyl-cysteine is not synthesized by the body, it is an important substance for the production of a main body's own antioxidant: glutathione. Glutathione is made up of the amino acids cysteine, glutamine and glycine, provided that these amino acids are sufficiently present in the body. Glutathione is essential for good physical functioning. Environmental and lifestyle factors influence our glutathione stocks.

What is the effect of acetylcysteine?

Taking N-acetyl cysteine is one of the best and smart ways to replenish your glutathione stock. By supplying the body with N-acetyl cysteine, it can produce more glutathione, as needed. As with supplementation with other antioxidants, it is important not to overdose N-acetyl cysteine. You want to stimulate the important glutathione system, not disrupt it. At the appropriate dosage, N-acetyl cysteine is very safe to use.

How many times a day do you take acetylcysteine?

The daily dosage of N-acetyl-cysteine from Ergomax is 1 to 2 capsules. If you take 2 capsules, it is best to take them at two different times.

How long can you take acetylcysteine?

N-acetyl-cysteine is a semi-essential, or conditional, amino acid. This means that your body can use it every day. You can therefore use acetylcysteine for as long as you like. Stick to the recommended dosage.

Is Fluimicil the same as acetylcysteine?

Acetylcysteine is known by several names, such as Fluimicil. Fluimicil is sold through pharmacies as a medicine and may have a different dosage and application. N-acetyl-cysteine is a food supplement.

02 / Form and figures

N-acetylcysteine: what we can measure.

Factual properties of the capsule and the chosen form, not health promises.

600 mg
NAC per capsule
One active substance, with no further additives.
1 to 2
Capsules per day
That gives you 600 to 1200 mg per day.
80
Capsules per jar
Almost three months at one capsule a day.
1
Excipient
Plant-based cellulose as filler and capsule.
03 / Ingredients and dosage

Ingredients per dose. And what is not in it.

Per capsule Amount %RI* Form
N-acetylcysteine 600 mg * Acetylated form of cysteine
Other ingredients Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose * Filler and capsule, plant-based

* No reference intake has been established for N-acetylcysteine under European nutrition standards · no allergens · suitable for vegans · dosage: 1 to 2 capsules per day · store in a cool, dry and dark place, out of reach of children

Product information

How to use it. And everything on the label.

How to use

Take 1 to 2 capsules per day.

Contents
80 capsules
Allergens
None
Other ingredients
Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (vegetable) (filler and capsule)
Storage
Store in a cool, dry and dark place.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Keep out of the reach of young children.
* RI = reference intake according to European standards.

Reviews · 4.48 / 5 21

04 / What we may claim

EFSA claims for N-acetylcysteine.

Framework
EU 1924/2006
EFSA register
Subject
Cysteine
(NAC)

Health claims for food supplements are assessed in Europe by the EFSA. Authorised claims are entered in the official EU register.

There are no EFSA-authorised claims for N-acetylcysteine in the EU register. The applications for cysteine and N-acetylcysteine have been assessed by the EFSA and not authorised. There is also no claim on hold for this substance.

No authorised claims
EU register
Regulation 1924/2006

There are no EFSA-authorised claims for N-acetylcysteine in the EU register.

On this page you can read how much each capsule contains, in what form, which excipient is used and how NAC differs from cysteine. A lot of research has been done on this substance. If you want to delve into the literature, search for N-acetylcysteine in combination with the topic that interests you.

Framework: Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and Regulation (EU) No 432/2012. The applications for cysteine and N-acetylcysteine have been assessed by the EFSA and not authorised. There is also no claim on hold for this substance.

Expert reviewed

Read and reviewed by a fellow professional.

Diederik Jansen

Independent researcher · editorial review

The content of this page has been checked for factual accuracy, from the chemical form to compliance with the European rules for health claims. In several countries, NAC is the subject of discussion about its status as a supplement. If you take medication or are in doubt, we recommend personal consultation.

The content of this page has been checked for factual accuracy, from the chemical form to compliance with the European rules for health claims. In several countries, NAC is the subject of discussion about its status as a supplement. If you take medication or are in doubt, we recommend personal consultation.

07 / Why we stock this
All our products have been carefully selected, assessed and tested. Products are processed as little as possible and are as natural as possible.

Ergomax offers natural food supplements and is always on the lookout for unique substances with a carefully documented profile. For NAC, we have chosen the simplest possible set-up: one active substance of 600 mg and one plant-based excipient that also forms the capsule. No fillers that serve no purpose.

The Ergomax team · since 2007
08 / Frequently asked questions

What you still wanted to know.

NAC is cysteine with an acetyl group attached. That small addition makes the substance less sensitive to oxidation, so it stays stable in a capsule. Stand-alone cysteine is difficult to keep as a supplement.

The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 capsules per day, so 600 to 1200 mg. At one a day, a jar of 80 capsules lasts almost three months, at two about six weeks.

Cysteine is a sulphur-containing amino acid and you can smell that sulphur. The smell is part of the substance and says nothing about the quality or freshness of the raw material.

There are no allergens present. The only excipient is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, a plant-based cellulose that serves as both filler and capsule. The product is therefore suitable for vegans.

There are no EFSA-authorised claims for N-acetylcysteine in the EU register. There is also no claim on hold for this substance.

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09 / Goes well with

Combining NAC with your daily basics.

NAC is often chosen alongside a simple daily basis. This is a popular combination, not loose upsells, but products that customers often take together.

N Acetylcysteïne capsules van Ergomax in een witte fles met groene en blauwe accenten.
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)
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Magnesium
The NAC and basics routine

NAC and magnesium, together.

  • 600 mg N-acetylcysteine per capsule, one active substance
  • Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism
The line for Magnesium is an EFSA-authorised claim and applies at the recommended daily dose. For NAC, a product property is listed, because no claim is authorised for it.
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