L-Tyrosine 500 mg
by Source Naturals · Tablet or Pill
Supplement facts from the label of L-Tyrosine 500 mg by Source Naturals: Calcium 114 mg, L-Tyrosine 500 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 114 mg | 11% | 2,500 mg · 5% at label max |
| L-Tyrosine | 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: Nutrient · All Other · Structure/Function
Formulation re: Other: Free Form
Formulation re: Other: L-Tyrosine is a free-form amino acid which rapidly crosses the blood-brain barrier. It is a precursor for the neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, for thyroid hormones, and for enkephalins, special peptides which subdue messages of physical discomfort. L-Tyrosine is also a precursor for the protective skin pigment melanin.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily.
Precautions re: All Other: Warning: Contains tyrosine. Not to be used with MAO inhibitor drugs.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
Precautions re: All Other: Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.
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).