Alpha Lipoic Acid and Your Pets

Alpha lipoic acid is a natural antioxidant that experts say may be beneficial for dogs and cats. It also has anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and detoxifying properties. Veterinarians and other health professionals suggest alpha lipoic acid could help treat or manage the following conditions: ^(iv.156-157)

• Acetaminophen or arsenic poisoning. ^{(iv.156, 158)}
• Age-related loss of cognitive ability. ^{(iv.157, 159)}
• Atopy (dermatitis). ^(iv.160)
• Cancer. ^{(iv.156, 161)}
• Cataracts. ^(iv.157)
• Diabetes. ^(iv.157)
• Feline diabetic neuropathy. ^(iv.157)
• Feline immunodeficiency virus. ^(iv.157)
• Glaucoma. ^(iv.157)
• Liver disease. ^(iv.157)

Use With Caution

However, it can also be toxic when given in the wrong dosage, especially to animals that are sensitive to it. ^(iv.161-162)