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Acetyl-L-Carnitine

Acetyl-L-carnitine is a naturally-occurring nootropic that can enhance general cognition and increase focus by producing the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. An amino acid, it provides cells with energy by donating its acetyl group to burn fats in the mitochondria.

Can I Buy Acetyl-L-Carnitine Online?

You can buy Acetyl-L-Carnitine with an included prescription consultation with a doctor.

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Clinical Formula

C₉H₁₇NO₄

FDA Designation

Acyl Carnitines

Other Names

Acetylcarnitine

Can I Buy Acetyl-L-Carnitine?

If you would like to buy Acetyl-L-Carnitine, learn more about Lipo-S. This oral medication supplements a reduced-calorie diet and exercise plan for a powerful weight management plan. It is also helpful in improving cognitive function.

Do we offer Acetyl-L-Carnitine as part of a treatment plan?

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How Does Acetyl-L-Carnitine Work?

Improve Cellular Energy

L-carnitine can be found in the diet or produced from lysine and methionine in the liver and kidney. The enzyme carnitine acetyltransferase converts L-carnitine into acetyl-L-carnitine. Higher levels of acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR) increase acetylcholine GABA, and glutamate in the brain. As brain cells age, inflammation increases, and neurons become less functional. ALCAR is thought to support acetylcholine levels in the brain. L-carnitine is also transported via the bloodstream to skeletal muscle and the heart, organs that rely on L-carnitine to oxidize fatty acids for energy. The bioavailability of ALCAR is thought to be higher than L-carnitine. When humans ingested 2 grams/day for 50 days, plasma ALCAR concentration increased by 43%. ALCAR may improve energy for use in muscle cells and support cardiovascular health.

Benefits of Acetyl-L-Carnitine

Acetyl-L carnitine has the following potential benefits:

Improve mood
Increase energy levels
Increase muscle mass in older adults
Reduce pain and improve nerve function
Improve sleep
Reduce blood sugar

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Lipo S Treatment Plan

Civance Treatment Plan

Focus/Memory

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Energy, Weight Loss

Drug Details

Indications

What is Acetyl-L-Carnitine used for?

Acetyl-L carnitine currently has no medical indications. However, it is in clinical trials for migraine treatment, type 2 diabetes mellitus, fatigue in chronic hepatitis C and peripheral neuropathies.

Contraindications

When should you avoid Acetyl-L-Carnitine?

Acetyl-L carnitine should be used with care or not used in those with:
Heart or blood vessel disease
Kidney disease
Diabetes
Seizures
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Nerve pain caused by chemotherapy
Seizures
Hypothyroidism

Acetyl-L-Carnitine Side Effects

What are the side effects of Acetyl-L-Carnitine?

Potential side effects of acetyl-L-carnitine include:

Common Acetyl-L-Carnitine Side Effects

Upset stomach
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Insomnia
Headache
Cramps
Fishy odor to sweat or urine

Rare Acetyl-L-Carnitine Side Effects

References

Efficacy of carnitine in the treatment of children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12213433/
What Is Acetyl-L-Carnitine?

https://www.braintropic.com/nootropics/acetyl-l-carnitine/
Recommended Dietary Allowances

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25144070
Effect of acetyl-L-carnitine on forebrain cholinergic neurons

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1849696
Comparison of the effects of L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine on carnitine levels

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15591009
Meta-analysis of double blind randomized controlled clinical trials of acetyl-L-carnitine versus placebo in the treatment of mild cognitive impairment and mild Alzheimer's disease

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12598816
Acetyl-L-carnitine in painful peripheral neuropathy: a systematic review

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6498091/
L-Carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine roles and neuroprotection in developing brain

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5621476/

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