Hypoglycemia is a condition of low blood sugar, potentially caused by alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) enhancing the effects of blood sugar-lowering medications. It can cause symptoms ranging from shakiness to severe neurological issues.
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, occurs when blood glucose levels drop below normal. This can happen when alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is taken in conjunction with insulin or other blood sugar-lowering medications, as ALA may enhance the effects of these drugs, leading to an excessive reduction in blood sugar. Symptoms can include shakiness, sweating, dizziness, confusion, rapid heartbeat, blurred vision, hunger, and in severe cases, loss of consciousness, seizures, or coma. Individuals with diabetes or those prone to low blood sugar should be particularly cautious.
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