Advanced research protocols also track NAD+ levels via blood assay, respiratory exchange ratio (RER) during exercise to measure substrate utilization, and adiponectin levels as a marker of metabolic health
For storage and handling, lyophilized Epithalon should be stored at -20C and is stable for 24+ months under these conditions
Every 6 -8 weeks goals will be re-established based on the physical improvements and remaining physical impairments
A catheter is sometimes temporarily needed post-surgery to help with bladder drainage
Reported side effects of corticosteroids include: Hydroelectrolytic disorders: sodium retention, potassium loss, hypokalemic alkalosis, fluid retention, congestive heart failure in susceptible patients, hypertension Musculoskeletal: muscle weakness, myopathy, loss of muscle mass, aggravation of myasthenic symptoms in myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, vertebral compression fractures, aseptic necrosis of the head of the femur and humerus, pathologic fracture of long bones, tendon rupture Dermatological: impaired wound healing, atrophy and thinning of the skin, fragile skin, petechiae and ecchymoses, facial erythema, increased sweating, suppression of reactions to skin tests, allergic dermatitis, urticaria, and angioedema
