L-Cysteine 500 mg
by NOW · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of L-Cysteine 500 mg by NOW: Vitamin C 60 mg, Vitamin B6 10 mg, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride 500 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 60 mg | 67% | 2,000 mg · 9% at label max |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) | 10 mg | 588% | 100 mg · 30% at label max |
| L-Cysteine Hydrochloride | 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) · Kosher · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Usage: Take 1 tablet 1 to 3 times daily as needed.
Formula re: Contains: Cysteine is a non-essential sulfur amino acid, which plays a critical role in methionine, taurine and glutathione metabolism. It is also an important component or hair, nails and the keratin of the skin. Cysteine stabilizes protein structure and aids in the formation of collagen, being thereby indispensable to skin, hair and nail health.
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.
Precautions re: All Other: Caution: For adults only.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
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).