SAFE
Cyclodextrin complexes
Alpha, beta, or gamma cyclodextrin inclusion complexes
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Specialty Bioactives
PubMed Studies
2
About
Cyclic oligosaccharides that form inclusion complexes with hydrophobic molecules to improve solubility and bioavailability. GRAS for food use (alpha, gamma). Beta-CD and HP-beta-CD widely used.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Cholesterol depletion at high doses (beta-cyclodextrin extracts cholesterol from cell membranes). GRAS: alpha and gamma cyclodextrins. Beta-cyclodextrin: restricted use. Hydroxypropyl-beta-CD: approved excipient. High doses of cyclodextrins may affect cholesterol absorption.
🏷️ Other Names
Alpha, beta, or gamma cyclodextrin inclusion complexes