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Generic: Glycine
Glycine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can produce it. It plays a vital role in various biological processes, including protein synthesis, collagen formation, and neurotransmission. As a neurotransmitter, glycine acts primarily as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, especially in the spinal cord, brainstem, and retina. It also acts as a co-agonist with glutamate at NMDA receptors, contributing to excitatory neurotransmission. Glycine is used clinically for a variety of purposes, including as a dietary supplement and in intravenous solutions.
Used as a dietary supplement, in intravenous solutions, and for treating schizophrenia, stroke, benign prostatic hyperplasia, and cognitive impairment.
Outcome:
Strychnine poisoning exacerbated
Mechanism:
Glycine antagonizes strychnine's effects
Outcome:
Increased risk of seizures
Mechanism:
May alter clozapine metabolism
Outcome:
Potentially reduced lithium effectiveness
Mechanism:
May affect lithium reabsorption
Most likely new formulation: sustained-release glycine for improved sleep quality (Year 2025, 60% confidence)
Based on historical usage and current research trends, there is a low probability (5%) of significant regulatory changes for glycine in the next 5 years.
Amino Acid, Neurotransmitter, Dietary Supplement
Amino Acid