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N-[4-[[[(6S)-2-Amino-3,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-5-methyl-4-oxo-6-pteridinyl]methyl]amino]benzoyl]-L-glutamic Acid; (6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid; 5-Methyl-(6S)-tetrahydrofolic Acid; LMSR; l-N5; Methyl-L-tetrahydrofolic Acid; |
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A natural, active form of folic acid used at the cellular level for DNA reproduction, the cysteine cycle and the regulation of homocysteine among other functions. It is a coenzymated form of folic acid and a more bioavailable alternative in dietary supplements. It has been proposed for treatment of cardiovascular disease. |