Acetyl-L-carnitine is a naturally occurring compound found in the human body and used in some supplements. This eMedTV page explains the importance of this product, lists the potential benefits of the supplement, and explores its effectiveness.
This eMedTV page discusses acetyl-L-carnitine supplements, which are supposedly useful for several conditions, such as ADHD and male infertility. This page lists other possible benefits of acetyl-L-carnitine and explains how this compound works.
Nausea, vomiting, and fishy-smelling urine are some of the possible acetyl-L-carnitine side effects. This eMedTV page lists other problems the supplement may cause, including those that can be potentially serious and require immediate medical care.
Many people may wonder if acetyl-L-carnitine works and question the effectiveness of the supplement. This eMedTV Web resource lists potential benefits of the supplement and explores the effectiveness of acetyl-L-carnitine for these uses.
In studies, doses of acetyl-L-carnitine of 1000 mg to 4000 mg per day were used. This eMedTV page contains other dosing information for this supplement and explains why it is important to choose a trustworthy manufacturer of these products.
Acetyl-L-carnitine could potentially interact with warfarin. This eMedTV resource further discusses this drug interaction with acetyl-L-carnitine, explaining what your healthcare provider may do to help minimize the possible problems this may cause.
Acetyl-L-carnitine may increase the risk of seizures, especially in people with a seizure disorder. This eMedTV page offers a more complete list of acetyl-L-carnitine safety warnings and precautions, including who may not be able to use this product.
It is not clear what to expect with an overdose of acetyl-L-carnitine or if an overdose is possible. This eMedTV Web page explores some of the potential effects of taking too much acetyl-L-carnitine and explains what treatment options are available.
Acetyl-L-carnitine supplements may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This portion of the eMedTV Web site provides more information on acetyl-L-carnitine and pregnancy, and explains why dietary supplements may not be safe for such women.
It is not known if acetyl-L-carnitine supplements are safe or unsafe to use while breastfeeding. This eMedTV resource further explores breastfeeding and acetyl-L-carnitine, and discusses the safety of using this supplement while nursing a child.
