Carnitine RDI

There is no current recommended daily intake or tolerable upper intake for carnitine.

Therapeutic dosage

There is a therapeutic dosage for carnitine, which is the most that can be safely taken for a short period before supplementation produces side effects:

  • Adults: 400-3000mg per day
There is no current recommended daily intake or tolerable upper intake for carnitine

The higher levels of carnitine should only be taken under strict medical supervision because supplementation at very high levels may cause some side effects in some people.


References

  1. Osieki H. The Nutrient Bible. Everything You Need to Know About Vitamins, Minerals, Amino Acids, Enzymes - Even Toxic Metals. BioConcepts Publishing QLD. 2002

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