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Longevity

NAD+

A central coenzyme of energy metabolism whose levels fall with age, at the heart of longevity research.

2 min read 1 sources Calculator Updated May 2026
Class
Coenzyme (energy metabolism)
Use
Subcutaneous, slow (in mg)
Half-life
short
Status
Much animal research, growing human data

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Equipment

Equipment you need

For reconstitution and injection you need a bit of basic gear. Here are solid, cheap options:

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What is NAD+?

NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) is a coenzyme involved in energy metabolism in every cell. It powers the mitochondria and fuels repair enzymes like the sirtuins and PARPs. NAD+ levels fall with age, which makes it a central topic in longevity research.

How it works

NAD+ is a co-substrate for enzymes that govern DNA repair, the stress response and mitochondrial function. More available NAD+ is meant to support these processes. In preclinical models, restoring physiological NAD+ levels was associated with better mitochondrial function and less oxidative stress.

What you need

  • The NAD+ vial (lyophilized powder).
  • Bacteriostatic water, U-100 insulin syringes, alcohol swabs.

Reconstitution

Use the calculator above. A 500mg vial with 3ml water gives roughly 167mg per ml. Just add the water to the vial and let it dissolve.

Dosing

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Injection

Subcutaneous and slow, because too-fast dosing is unpleasant (flush, tightness). Disinfect the site, pinch a skin fold, rotate sites.

What the research shows

A widely cited review (Rajman, 2018) summarizes the in vivo evidence for NAD-boosting molecules: broad effects on metabolism and aging in animal models, growing but still limited data in humans. A large part of the enthusiasm comes from animal studies, which should be honestly noted.

Side effects

  • Flush, pressure or tightness during dosing, especially when injecting too fast.
  • Nausea, local reactions at the injection site.

Storage

Before mixing the powder is robust, normal room temperature (around 20 to 25 degrees) is fine, ideally kept in the dark. After mixing, keep in the fridge (2 to 8 degrees), do not freeze. It stays good there for at least 8 to 10 weeks with barely any loss of potency, in practice considerably longer. Swirl or shake to mix, both are fine.

Evidence

Sources

  1. 1 Therapeutic potential of NAD-boosting molecules (review of in vivo evidence). Rajman, Chwalek & Sinclair, Cell Metabolism, 2018

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