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CARBON 60 (C60) - Uses, Side Effects, and More OTHER NAME(S): Carbon 60, Carbon Cage, Buckminsterfullerene, Buck ... Show More OTHER NAME(S): Carbon 60, Carbon Cage, Buckminsterfullerene, Buck ... Show More

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• Uses
• Side Effects
• Precautions
• Interactions
• Dosing
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Overview

Carbon 60 is a molecule made up of 60 carbon atoms. The atoms form a molecule shaped like a soccer ball. There's interest in using it in supplements. Carbon 60 was first used in nanotechnology and electronics. Carbon 60 is also an antioxidant with potential anti-aging effects. Antioxidants may help protect cells from free radicals. People use carbon 60 for acne, aging skin, and other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any use. There is also no good evidence to support using carbon 60 for COVID-19.

Uses & Effectiveness

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Side Effects

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carbon 60 is safe or what the side effects might be. When applied to the skin: Carbon 60 is possibly safe when used for up to 8 weeks.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carbon 60 is safe or what the side effects might be. When applied to the skin: Carbon 60 is possibly safe when used for up to 8 weeks. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if carbon 60 is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions

We currently have no information for CARBON 60 (C60) overview.

Dosing

A specific carbon 60 gel product (LipoFullerene, Vitamin C60 BioResearch Corporation) has most often been applied to the skin twice daily in adults. Speak with a healthcare provider to find out what type of product and dose might be best for a specific condition. View References REFERENCES:

Demir E. Therapeutic effect of curcumin and C60 fullerene against hyperglycemia-mediated tissue damage in diabetic rat lungs. J Bioenerg Biomembr. 2021;53(1):25-38. View abstract.

Durasevic S, Nikolic G, Todorovic A, et al. Effects of fullerene C60 supplementation on gut microbiota and glucose and lipid homeostasis in rats. Food Chem Toxicol. 2020 Jun;140:111302. View abstract.

Grebinyk A, Grebinyk S, Prylutska S, et al. C60 fullerene accumulation in human leukemic cells and perspectives of LED-mediated photodynamic therapy. Free Radic Biol Med. 2018;124:319-327. View abstract.

Inui S, Aoshima H, Nishiyama A, Itami S. Improvement of acne vulgaris by topical fullerene application: unique impact on skin care. Nanomedicine. 2011;7(2):238-41. View abstract.

Kato S, Taira H, Aoshima H, Saitoh Y, Miwa N. Clinical evaluation of fullerene-C60 dissolved in squalane for anti-wrinkle cosmetics.J Nanosci Nanotechnol. 2010 Oct;10(10):6769-74. Clinical Trial. View abstract.

Kolosnjaj J, Szwarc H, Moussa F. Toxicity studies of fullerenes and derivatives Adv Exp Med Biol. 2007;620:168-80. View abstract.

Shytikov D, Shytikova I, Rohila D, Kulaga A, Dubiley T, Pishel I. Effect of long-term treatment with C60 fullerenes on the lifespan and health status of CBA/Ca mice. Rejuvenation Res. 2021;24(5):345-53. View abstract.

Song M, Liu S, Yin J, Wang H. Interaction of human serum album and C60 aggregates in solution. Int J Mol Sci. 2011;12(8):4964-74. View abstract.

Song M, Yuan S, Yin J, et al. Size-dependent toxicity of nano-C60 aggregates: more sensitive indication by apoptosis-related Bax translocation in cultured human cells. Environ Sci Technol. 2012;46(6):3457-64. View abstract.

Torres VM, Srdjenovic B, Jacevic V, Simic VD, Djordjevic A, Simplício AL. Fullerenol C60(OH)24 prevents doxorubicin-induced acute cardiotoxicity in rats. Pharmacol Rep. 2010;62(4):707-18. View abstract.

Yudoh K, Karasawa R, Masuko K, Kato T. Water-soluble fullerene (C60) inhibits the development of arthritis in the rat model of arthritis. Int J Nanomedicine. 2009;4:217-25. View abstract.

Zhu X, Sollogoub M, Zhang Y. Biological applications of hydrophilic C60 derivatives (hC60s)- a structural perspective. Eur J Med Chem. 2016;115:438-52. View abstract.

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