A method for side effect reduction in the use of statins via physiologically synthesized glutathione

Abstract

Embodiments of the present invention relate generally the use of certain compositions, e.g., compositions comprising a glutathione precursor and a selenium source, in the therapy of subjects suffering from diseases associated with hyperiipidemia and/or hypercholesterolemia. Related embodiments of the present invention relate to treatment and/or reducing the incidence of the side effects of statin therapy comprising administering to a subject in need, a composition comprising a glutathione precursor and a selenium source. Embodiments of the invention also relate to the use of the compositions in combination therapy with other agents such as statins, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, bile acid binding resins, or fibrates. In other embodiments, the invention relates to the use of such compositions comprising the glutathione precursor and the selenium source in the therapy of subjects suffering from erectile dysfunction and/or viral diseases such as Ebola virus disease (EVD) or Ebola hemorrhagic fever (EHF).

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