What it is
An antioxidant naturally produced by the body, involved in cellular defense, redox balance, protection from oxidative stress, and the recycling of other antioxidants. At Meridian it is provided as a prescription injectable prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy.
Why a provider may consider it
A provider may evaluate glutathione when antioxidant support, oxidative-stress management, recovery, or cellular-health goals surface in an individual’s assessment — as a complement within a physician-designed plan, never a standalone fix.
- ✓Antioxidant support
- ✓Oxidative-stress management
- ✓Recovery
- ✓Cellular-health goals
How it is administered
A prescription injectable, with the route, frequency, and strength individualized by the prescribing physician. Self-administration at home is guided, with supplies and training included.
What Meridian may track
- •Energy, recovery, and general wellbeing through check-ins
- •Changes members choose to report over the course of care
- •Tolerance and side effects, so the plan can be adjusted
Important considerations
- —Not a detox, liver cleanse, or anti-aging cure; requires independent provider review.
- —Compounded glutathione is not an FDA-approved drug; evidence for many wellness uses is early.
- —Individuals with certain sensitivities should discuss them openly at assessment — they factor into the clinical decision.
- —A licensed physician independently decides whether glutathione is appropriate for you.