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Drug Groups
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approved; nutraceutical |
Description
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Adenylic acid. Adenine nucleotide containing one phosphate group esterified to the sugar moiety in the 2'-, 3'-, or 5'-position. [PubChem] |
Indication |
For nutritional supplementation, also for treating dietary shortage or imbalance |
Pharmacology |
Adenosine monophosphate, also known as 5'-adenylic acid and abbreviated AMP, is a nucleotide that is found in RNA. It is an ester of phosphoric acid with the nucleoside adenosine. AMP consists of the phosphate group, the pentose sugar ribose, and the nucleobase adenine. AMP is used as a dietary supplement to boost immune activity, and is also used as a substitute sweetener to aid in the maintenance of a low-calorie diet. |
Affected Organisms |
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Humans and other mammals |
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