l-Phenylalanine

Oral Uses

• Vitiligo

  l-Phenylalanine makes the skin sensitive to ultraviolet light; helps skin repigmentation. Take 2-4 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months. Use it with sun or UV radiation.

• Anxiety

  l-Phenylalanine is an antidepressant; elevates mood; alleviates depression and anxiety. Take 0.5-3.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months. Better if used with tyrosine.

• Depression

  l-Phenylalanine is an antidepressant; elevates mood; alleviates depression. Take 0.5-3.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• Fatigue

  l-Phenylalanine improves low energy, drive & motivation; alleviates fatigue. Take 0.5-3.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• ADD

  l-Phenylalanine elevates mood. Take 1.0-1.5 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months. Works better with tyrosine, glutamine and GABA.

• Alcohol withdrawal

  l-Phenylalanine reduces alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Take 2-4 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• Autism

  l-Phenylalanine improves low energy, drive & motivation; elevates mood and alleviates symptoms. Take 0.5-1.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months. Better if used with tyrosine and taurine.

Oral Actions

• Action - Antidepressant

  l-Phenylalanine is an antidepressant; alleviates depression. Take 0.5-1.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• Action - Aphrodisiac

  l-Phenylalanine is an aphrodisiac; increases libido. Take 0.5-2.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• Action - Appetite suppressant

  l-Phenylalanine is an appetite suppressant; reduces appetite. Take 0.5-2.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

• Action - Neurotransmitter precursor

  l-Phenylalanine is a neurotransmitter precursor; increases neurotransmitter production. Take 0.5-2.0 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Topical Uses

• Vitiligo

  l-Phenylalanine makes the skin sensitive to ultraviolet light; helps skin repigmentation. Apply l-phenylalanine containing topical preparation daily, as suggested on the label. Use it with sun or UV radiation.

Recommended Dosage

Take 2-4 g of l-phenylalanine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Do not use it if you are pregnant or nursing or if you have hypertension, hyperthyroidism, melanoma, phenylketonuria, schizophrenia, tardive dyskinesia or tremor. High doses may cause insomnia, anxiety, restlessness, arrhythmia and palpitation.

Available Forms

l-Phenylalanine is available in tablet and capsule form.