L-Carnitine
by Douglas Laboratories · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of L-Carnitine by Douglas Laboratories: Carnitine 500 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnitine (L-Carnitine USP) | 500 mg | — | — |
Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.
On the label
For: Adult (18 - 50 Years)
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Seals/Symbols: amni(R) original formula
FDA Disclaimer Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
All Other Content: L-Carnitine acts as a carrier of fatty acid molecules into the mitochondria of heart and skeletal muscle, where fatty acids can be utilized by the tissue cells as a source of energy. L-Carnitine is a 100% naturally-occurring compound, with highest concentrations found in heart and skeletal muscle and dairy products.
Formulation re: Does NOT Contain: This product contains no synthetic D- or DL-carnitine
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 tablet daily or as directed by physician.
Precautions re: Children: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.
Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).