PLASTIKDREN® is an innovative nutraceutical developed by GUNA Research to help reduce the absorption of ingested microplastics by trapping them within the gastrointestinal tract and promoting their natural elimination. The formulation contains a proprietary chitosan-based complex derived from Procambarus clarkii, which has been specifically developed to bind microplastic particles before they can be absorbed by the body.

Microplastics are increasingly recognised as contaminants present in food, drinking water and the environment. Research has identified microplastics in numerous human tissues, including the gastrointestinal tract, lungs, cardiovascular system, reproductive organs and brain. PLASTIKDREN® was developed as a targeted nutritional approach to help reduce gastrointestinal exposure to these particles.

Scientific studies conducted by GUNA Research have demonstrated that the specialised chitosan complex within PLASTIKDREN® is capable of binding ingested microplastics ranging from 20 to 500 μm in size. A preliminary human study also reported a significant increase in faecal elimination of microplastics following supplementation.

Primary Physiological Actions

PLASTIKDREN® is traditionally used to support:

• Binding of ingested microplastics within the gastrointestinal tract.
• Reduction of intestinal absorption of microplastics.
• Natural elimination of microplastics through the digestive system.
• Healthy gastrointestinal barrier function.
• Digestive wellness.
• Healthy detoxification processes.
• Reduction of environmental toxic burden.
• Long-term nutritional wellness.
• Overall gastrointestinal health.

Traditional Indications

Within integrative and biological medicine, PLASTIKDREN® is traditionally considered where support for environmental detoxification is desired, including:

• Daily exposure to environmental microplastics.
• Diets high in processed or packaged foods.
• Individuals concerned about environmental pollutants.
• General detoxification programmes.
• Gastrointestinal wellness programmes.
• Healthy ageing protocols.
• Wellness and preventative healthcare.
• Long-term environmental exposure support.
• Lifestyle optimisation.

Commonly Used by Practitioners For

• Microplastic detoxification programmes.
• Environmental toxin reduction.
• Gastrointestinal health.
• Detoxification support.
• Preventative wellness.
• Healthy ageing.
• Integrative medicine protocols.
• Long-term nutritional support.
• Environmental health optimisation.
• Daily wellbeing programmes.

Key Ingredients

Each daily serving provides:

• Chitosan derived from Procambarus clarkii (crustacean source).
• Tartaric Acid

Additional ingredients include calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyvinylpyrrolidone-vinyl acetate copolymer, cross-linked sodium carboxymethylcellulose, magnesium salts of fatty acids, silicon dioxide, polyvinyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol and talc.

Common Complementary Remedies

Depending on the clinical presentation, PLASTIKDREN® is commonly combined with:

• Galium-Heel – connective tissue regulation and drainage.
• Lymphomyosot – lymphatic support and detoxification.
• Hepar Compositum – liver support.
• Solidago Compositum – kidney support and elimination.
• Coenzyme Compositum – cellular metabolism.
• Ubichinon Compositum – mitochondrial support.
• Guna K2M – metabolic optimisation.
• Guna Senectus M or Guna Senectus F – healthy ageing programmes.

Dosage

Adults: Take 2 tablets daily, swallowed with half a glass of water, immediately before dinner.