Overview
Membrane phospholipid for liver.
- Endogenously produced or biosynthesized molecule
- Standardized pharmaceutical- or food-grade supplement
- Combined with cofactors that improve absorption or activity
- Capsule or softgel
- Powder
- Sublingual or buccal
- Liposomal liquid
Mechanism of action
Major hepatocyte membrane lipid.
- · Major hepatocyte membrane lipid
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Phosphatidylcholine supports hepatocyte antioxidant defenses (glutathione, Nrf2) and phase-I/II detoxification.
Phosphatidylcholine acts on central nervous system targets implicated in attention, memory, and neuroprotection.
Evidence-based benefits
Liver protection
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
Drug interactions
Supplement interactions
- Milk thistle (silymarin)Complementary hepatoprotective antioxidant pathways.
- NACRestores hepatic glutathione.
- Omega-3 (EPA/DHA)Membrane fluidity and neuronal signaling support.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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PPC in alcoholic liver disease
Lieber CS, et al.
789 alcoholics
Mixed results on fibrosis progression.
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