Medications · FAQ
What is NAD+, and what does it do in the body?
Short answer
NAD+ is a coenzyme, a helper molecule found in every cell. It helps cells use energy and supports normal cell processes. Some wellness programs offer NAD+ injections or nasal sprays. Evidence that these treatments improve health in healthy people is limited. Results vary. Compounded NAD+ is not FDA-approved.
NAD+ stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. It is a coenzyme, which means it helps other molecules carry out chemical reactions. Your cells use NAD+ to turn nutrients into usable energy. It also plays a role in normal cell repair and other basic functions.
These natural roles do not prove that taking extra NAD+ will improve energy, focus, or overall health. Evidence for NAD+ injections and nasal sprays in healthy people is limited. Results vary. Claims about reversing aging or preventing disease go beyond what current clinical evidence supports.
NAD+ is offered in some wellness programs as an injection or nasal spray. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved. The FDA does not review these products for safety, effectiveness, or quality before they are marketed.
A licensed physician in your state decides whether treatment is appropriate. Tell the physician about your symptoms, health history, and current medicines. Ongoing fatigue or trouble focusing may need a medical evaluation rather than a wellness treatment alone.
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Written by the Verra clinical team · Medical review pending
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