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L-Carnitine 500 mg

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  • 100% of ingredients have research evidence
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What the Evidence Says

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L-carnitine is involved in the transport of long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria to be oxidized for energy. Research provides moderate evidence for its role in supporting energy metabolism and certain cognitive functions. Clinical data for general health benefits remains limited across diverse populations.

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Label Data

1 Capsule(s)
Serving Size
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 Magnesium Stearate Maltodextrin Silica
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Suggested Use: 1 to 3 capsules daily.

Warnings & Precautions

Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.

Formulation Notes

Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

Additional Information

Metabolic energy

L-Carnitine is important for providing energy to muscles, and has been described as a “conditionally essential” nutrient for humans. 95% of all carnitine stores in the body are found in muscle tissue. It carries fatty acids into the mitochondria of each cell, where they are oxidized and stored as ATP, a prime energy fuel.

Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture.

SN1463 REV D152-A

Metadata

Product Details

UPC / SKU0 21078 01463 8
DSLD Entry Date2017-06-23
Product TypeNon-Nutrient/Non-Botanical
FormCapsule
DSLD ID75512
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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