Additional information
| Water Retention | No significant effect |
|---|---|
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk |
| Lab Test | Carnitine levels can be measured in plasma |
| Also known as | L-carnitine, levocarnitine |
| Blood pressure | No significant effect on blood pressure |
| Trade name | Carnitor |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light |
| Chemical name | (R)-3-Acetyloxy-4-trimethylammonio-butanoate |
| Formula | C7H15NO3 |
| Substance class | Quaternary ammonium compound |
| Main action | Facilitates the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria for beta-oxidation |
| Half-life | 2.5-3 hours in humans |
| Dosage (medical) | Typically 500 mg to 2 g per day |
| Dosage (sports) | 500 mg to 3 g per day |
| Effects | Increased energy production, enhanced fat metabolism, improved endurance |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, seizures (rare) |
| Use in sports | Popular as a fat burner and for improving exercise performance |
| 1 Ampoule, ml | 1000 ml |
| Manufacturer | Nutrend |
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