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L-Glutamine for People With Sickle Cell Disease

Medically reviewed by: Corinna L. Schultz, MD

What Is L-Glutamine?

L-glutamine is an amino acid  made by the body. It also can be made in a lab for use as a treatment for sickle cell disease. (The brand name is Endari®.) L-glutamine slows the damage that can happen from blockages caused by sickle cells. People with sickle cell disease who take L-glutamine may have fewer pain crises and hospital visits.