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Carnitine

product on market Capsule GNC Mega Men Safety: 100/100
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  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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L-carnitine is researched for its role in fatty acid oxidation and energy metabolism. There is moderate evidence suggesting it may support exercise recovery and lipid metabolism in healthy adults. The ingredient profile is generally considered safe for most users.

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Label

Product Label

Label for Carnitine
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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
30
Servings
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
Product Type
100%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

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

Other Ingredients

Gelatin Stearic Acid Talc Magnesium Stearate Silica
Claims

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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take the contents of one pack daily with food. Do not take prior to bedtime.

Warnings & Precautions

Warning: Cancer and reproductive harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Use only as directed. Do not exceed recommended daily intake.

Do not take prior to bedtime.

Formulation Notes

No artificial flavors.

Antioxidants Energy & metabolism Clinically studied In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 112 healthy volunteers, subjects taking the GNC vitamin and mineral blends for six weeks experienced significant improvements in serum levels of certain key nutrients compared to a placebo and a leading multivitamin formula based upon multivariate statistical analyses of a group of B vitamins (thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, biotin, folic acid and vitamins B-6 and B-12) and key antioxidants and carotenoids (a group of beta-carotene, alpha-tocopherol, selenium, lutein and lycopene). Statistical improvements in SF-36 Vitality and Mental Health scores were also observed compared to placebo.

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place.

30-day supply

Each pack contains: Carnitine

Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2024-03-22
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID304635
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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