Makes proteins needed in the body's immune system to function
When neurological symptoms are present, more intensive treatment is required: 1 mg hydroxocobalamin on alternate days until no further improvement occurs, followed by maintenance therapy every two months
At this point, there is no peer-reviewed evidence confirming its safety or effectiveness in humans
The peptide has shown particular promise in models of intestinal inflammation, where it reduces mucosal damage while preserving immune surveillance capacity
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This process, called denaturation, can render the peptide ineffective