Treatments for Mitochondrial diseases

Treatment list for Mitochondrial diseases: The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Mitochondrial diseases includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.

• Treatment depends on the particular disorder but may include:
• Physical therapy
• Riboflavin
• Coenzyme Q
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin K
• Carnitine - a specialized amino acid

Treatments of Mitochondrial diseases discussion: Although there is no specific treatment for any of the mitochondrial myopathies, physical therapy may extend the range of movement of muscles and improve dexterity. Vitamin therapies such as riboflavin, coenzyme Q, vitamins C and K, and carnitine (a specialized amino acid) may improve function in some patients. ¹

Footnotes:
1. excerpt from NINDS Mitochondrial Myopathies Information Page: NINDS

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