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Oral Uses
- Angina pectoris
Carnitine improves energy production, heart muscle metabolism and heart function with greater ability to exercise; reduces oxygen need of heart and alleviates other symptoms. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Intermittent claudication
Carnitine improves energy utilization of muscles and muscle's ability to function under difficult circumstances; used for treatment. Take 2-4 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Arteriosclerosis
Carnitine reduces triglycerides, LDL (bad) cholesterol, plaque thickness in arteries and oxygen need of heart; improves HDL (good) cholesterol, heart function and energy production; alleviates symptoms; used for prevention and treatment.Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Arteriosclerosis prevention
Carnitine reduces triglycerides and LDL (bad) cholesterol; improves HDL (good) cholesterol, heart function and energy production; used for prevention and treatment.Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Cardiovascular disease
Carnitine improves heart function and physical activity capacity; reduces oxygen need of heart and heart problems. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
Carnitine helps to overcome carnitine deficiency; improves energy production from fats, mental function and functional capacity; alleviates pain, muscular and general fatigue and other symptoms. Take 2-4 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
- Congestive heart failure
Carnitine prevents left ventricle enlargement of heart; improves heart function and physical activity capacity; reduces the oxygen need of heart and other symptoms. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months. Propionyl carnitine works better.
Oral Actions
- Action - Cardiac tonic
Carnitine is a cardiac tonic; strengthens the heart. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Anti-aging
Carnitine is an anti-aging; slows down aging process. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Anti-catabolic effect
Carnitine has an anti-catabolic effect; prevents muscle loss during exercise. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antispasmodic
Carnitine is an antispasmodic; alleviates spasms. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Ergogenic aid
Carnitine is an ergogenic aid; helps to improve physical or mental performance. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Antioxidant
Carnitine is an antioxidant; neutralizes free radicals. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
- Action - Aphrodisiac
Carnitine is an aphrodisiac; increases libido. Take 1.5-3.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Recommended Dosage
Take 1.5-4.0 g of carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.
Cautions & Side Effects
There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Do not use it if you have hypothyroidism or kidney and liver disease. Higher doses of carnitine may lead to diarrhea), excess energy, restlessness and perhaps {insomnia. Safety for pregnant or nursing women and for children is unknown.
Available Forms
Carnitine is available in tablet and capsule form. Do not take D-carnitine.
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