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L-Carnitine

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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
A Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

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L-carnitine is involved in fatty acid metabolism and energy production within the mitochondria. There is moderate evidence suggesting it may support exercise recovery and metabolic health. The ingredient profile maintains a high safety rating for general use.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for L-Carnitine
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Details

Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

330 mg
Market median: 500.0mg (861 products) 61 studies (A:4, B:13)

Other Ingredients

Hypromellose Leucine Silicon Dioxide
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested use: Take 1 capsule three times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Warnings & Precautions

Tamper evident: Use only if bottle is sealed.

If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.

Formulation Notes

Brain/nerves Heart/vessels

Gluten free

Additional Information

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.

Manufactured in the USA using US & imported ingredients

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU6 93749 50202 9
DSLD Entry Date2023-09-25
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
BrandThorne
DSLD ID298072
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

80
Research Sources
49
Avg Quality
43
Rct
14
Clinical Trial
11
Systematic Review
9
Meta Analysis
2
Regulatory Source
A Propionyl-L-carnitine for intermittent claudication
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
A Carnitine supplements for people with chronic kidney disease requiring dialysis
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2022 PubMed DOI
A Acetyl-L-carnitine for patients with hepatic encephalopathy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2019 PubMed DOI
A Acetyl-L-carnitine for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2019 PubMed DOI
B Carnitine for fatigue in multiple sclerosis
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2012 PubMed DOI
B L-carnitine for cognitive enhancement in people without cognitive impairment
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2017 PubMed DOI
B Carnitine for fatigue in multiple sclerosis
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2010 PubMed DOI
B Systematic Review and Meta-analysis on Effect of Carnitine, Coenzyme Q10 and Selenium on Pregnancy and Semen Parameters in Couples With Idiopathic Male Infertility
Meta Analysis Urology 2022 PubMed DOI
B Effects of Carnitine and Coenzyme Q10 on Sperm Quality and Pregnancy Rates in Men with Unexplained Infertility: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Systematic Review Reproductive sciences (Thousand Oaks, Calif.) 2025 PubMed DOI
B Efficacy and Effectiveness of Carnitine Supplementation for Cancer-Related Fatigue: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis
Meta Analysis Nutrients 2017 PubMed DOI
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