Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects are thought to contribute to its potential neuroprotective benefits

While glutathione supplements are broadly suitable for almost anyone who wants to increase their body's capacity to combat oxidative stress, they can best serve individuals who wish to prevent, delay, or alleviate specific chronic health conditions associated with glutathione depletion:15 Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD Cardiovascular diseases like hypertension and high cholesterol Age-related diseases like cataracts, macular degeneration, and hearing impairment Immune diseases like HIV and AIDS Liver disease Cystic fibrosis Additionally, because the goal is to reduce oxidative stress, people who are regularly exposed to ROS-generating compounds (e.g., smoke, alcohol, and sunlight)23 might consider adding glutathione to their supplement rotation, at least to help counter the effects of oxidative stressors
The price listed is for one 1 mL vial of 1000 mcg/mL strength
Researchers study it to understand how the body produces its own sleep-promoting substances and how these might interact with stress systems in experimental settings
Injections should be administered following clinical assessment, and long-term or repeated use should be medically guided