L-Carnitine
L-Carnitine Injectable
Description
An amino acid that transports fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production. Supports fat burning, exercise performance, and muscle recovery.
Overview
L-carnitine is synthesized in the brain, liver, and kidneys and also obtained from diet. It is considered conditionally essential - under certain conditions (premature birth, kidney dysfunction) demand can exceed endogenous production. It supports fat metabolism, heart and brain function, and muscle activity.
Mechanism of Action
L-carnitine transports long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria where they are oxidized to produce ATP. It also helps move toxic compounds out of the mitochondria.
Benefits
- •Fat burning
- •Energy production
- •Exercise performance
- •Muscle recovery
Dosing Notes
Oral or IV L-carnitine is effective for L-carnitine deficiency. IV products must be administered by a healthcare provider. Routine administration to end-stage renal disease patients on hemodialysis is not recommended unless treating deficiency.
Reported Side Effects
- •Nausea
- •GI discomfort
- •Fishy body odor (high doses)
- •Headache