What is Carnitine Used For?
Also known as L-carnitine, this is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative required by the body in energy metabolism and for proper use of fats. Carnitine is used as a dietary supplement to treat carnitine deficiency. It may also be used in persons with abnormal plasma lipoprotein patterns. If you have serious kidney disease (such as ESRD/dialysis), the intravenous (IV) form of carnitine should be used. The reason is that large doses of carnitine taken by mouth for long periods of time may result in serious side effects (e.g., seizures), interfere with dialysis (increased nitrogen wastes), and cause “fishy odor to occur. How To Use Carnitine Take Carnitine as directed. Do not skip any doses or take this more often than prescribed. The liquid form may be taken alone or dissolved in a drink. Drink it slowly to prevent stomach upset. Doses should be spaced evenly every 3 to 4 hours as directed. This is best taken with or after meals. Tablets or capsules should be taken at evenly space
