Anhydrous Crystalline Maltose
OTHER NAME(S): Malt Sugar, 4-O-Alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-Glucose, Maltosa Cristalina Anhidra, Maltose Cristallin Anhydre
Overview
Anhydrous crystalline maltose is a molecule called a disaccharide. It is formed by the joining of two glucose (sugar) molecules.
Anhydrous crystalline maltose is used for dry mouth caused by prescription medications or a condition called Sjogren syndrome, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
There isn't enough reliable information to know how anhydrous crystalline maltose might work.
There isn't enough reliable information to know how anhydrous crystalline maltose might work.
Uses
Insufficient Evidence for
- An autoimmune disorder in which the glands that produce tears and saliva are damaged (Sjogren syndrome). Early research suggests that dissolving lozenges of anhydrous crystalline maltose in the mouth three times daily for up to 24 weeks improves saliva output in people with Sjogren syndrome.
- Dry mouth due to prescription medicines.
- Other conditions.
More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of anhydrous crystalline maltose for these uses.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth: Anhydrous crystalline maltose is POSSIBLY SAFE when used in doses of up to 600 mg daily for up to 6 months.
Precautions
When taken by mouth: Anhydrous crystalline maltose is POSSIBLY SAFE when used in doses of up to 600 mg daily for up to 6 months.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if anhydrous crystalline maltose is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Interactions
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Dosing
The appropriate dose of anhydrous crystalline maltose depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time, there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for anhydrous crystalline maltose. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
References
- Fox, P. C., Cummins, M. J., and Cummins, J. M. Use of orally administered anhydrous crystalline maltose for relief of dry mouth. J Altern Complement Med 2001;7(1):33-43.
- Fox, P. C., Cummins, M. J., and Cummins, J. M. A third study on the use of orally administered anhydrous crystalline maltose for relief of dry mouth in primary Sjogren's syndrome. J Altern Complement Med 2002;8(5):651-659.
- Sankar V, Hearnden V, Hull K, et al. Local drug delivery for oral mucosal diseases: challenges and opportunities. Oral Dis. 2011;17 Suppl 1:73-84.
- Oomori T, Khajavi SH, Kimura Y, Adachi S, Matsuno R. Hydrolysis of disaccharides containing glucose residue in subcritical water. Biochem Eng J. 2004;18(2):143-147.