Peroxynitrite Free Radicals
Also known as: ONOO-
Description
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals are a type of Free Radical.
Sources of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals
Amino Acids
Homocysteine may stimulate the generation of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals. [1]
Exercise
Exercise may increase the generation of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals. [2]
Gases
Excessive production of Nitric Oxide may generate Peroxynitrite Free Radicals. This occurs from Nitric Oxide reacting with Superoxide Free Radicals to form Peroxynitrite Free Radicals. [3]
Recreational Drugs
Methamphetamine may stimulate the generation of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals in the Brain. [4]
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals are present in Tobacco smoke.
Toxic Effects of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals
Nervous System
Alzheimer’s Disease patients generate large numbers of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals and these Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may contribute to the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease. [5]
Excessive generation of Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may be involved in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). [6]
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may be implicated in Multiple Sclerosis.
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may damage the Brain’s Neurons.
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may Interfere with these Substances
Proteins
Peroxynitrite Free Radicals may damage (induce the carbonylation of) the body’s Endogenous Proteins.
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