Poly-MVA (orLipoic Acid Mineral Complex) is a dietary supplement created by Merrill Garnett (1931–), a former dentist turned biochemist. Poly-MVA is an unproven alternative cancer treatment.[1]
The "MVA" in "Poly-MVA" means "minerals vitamins and amino acids".[1] Poly-MVA contains lipoic acid, acetylcysteine, palladium, B vitamins, and other ingredients.[2] The substance is red-brown liquid that is taken by mouth.[1]
In 2004, a year's supply of Poly-MVA was reported as costing US$19,800.[3] As of 2019, the cost appears to fluctuate according to an individual's situation and dosage.[4]
Poly-MVA is promoted with claims that it can treat a variety of human diseases, including cancer and HIV/AIDS.[1] The promotional effort is supported by customer testimonials, but there is no medical evidence that Poly-MVA confers any health benefit and some concern it may inhibit the effectiveness of mainstream cancer treatments if used at the same time.[1][2]
In 2005, Poly-MVA was listed as one of the ineffective alternative cancer treatments being sold by the clinics clustered in and around Tijuana, Mexico.[5] None of the information referenced in this review is specific to Poly-MVA.[citation needed]
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