# Betaine (Guna-Awareness)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/betaine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Betaine?

Betaine (brand name: Guna-Awareness) is a methylating agent. It is prescribed to treat homocystinuria.

## Brand names

Guna-Awareness

## Indications

Betaine is primarily prescribed for the treatment of homocystinuria.

## Conditions treated

- [Homocystinuria](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/homocystinuria)

## Mechanism of action

decreasing the amount of homocysteine in the blood

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Methylating Agent [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Methylating Activity [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

weight gain

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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