Taurine Cautions

Certain groups of people should not take taurine supplements and others should exercise caution when taking it:

  • People with liver or kidney disease
  • People with any type of medical condition
  • Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding

People with any of the conditions above should consult their doctor before taking any taurine supplements, as it could make their condition much worse.

Certain groups of people should not take taurine supplements and others should exercise caution when taking it

Toxic Levels of Taurine

Taurine is essentially non-toxic.

Overdosage and Toxicity Symptoms

While taurine is generally non-toxic, it can exacerbate the following conditions:

  • Diarrhoea
  • Gastritis
  • Ulcers

People with the conditions above should exercise caution when taking taurine and avoid taking high doses. If their condition worsens, taurine supplements should be discontinued or reduced.

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