User Reviews for acetyl-l-carnitine

been taking for one year but seeing very mild help

My husband has had great results using acetyl l carnitine for neuopathy in his feet. He was in really good bad pain he said it felt like someone was nailing long nails using a hammer in his feet and it seemed to be getting worse by the day. He read about acetyl l carnitine. He takes 1 500 mg capsule per day. It has made the pain tolerable! We ran out and his pain returned almost immediately. He got relief the 1st week he took the acetyl l carnitine both times. For him it has been amazing he doesn't have to take painkillers for his neuropathy. We have seen no side effects. My husband has memory problems and I haven't seen it improve with alc. I used G.N.C. brand.Read More Read Less

I started taking Avipaxin for inflamation throughout my body. For about 6 months it seemed to help, but now the inflamation has returned.

I am a 65 year old female and this was one of Dr Oz's suggestions for wt loss and prevention of dementia. I have been taking it for 2 weeks. I have started getting acne,hot flashes (which have been gone) and extremely fatigued! Also I have had a wheezy cough and dry eyes. I am stopping it today and hope that this helps someone else!The brand I took was Swanson Premium 500 mg a day. It was not listed here as one of the choices.

I have lived with depression for well over 20 years and have taken a number of antidepressants and alternative treatments. I read about acetyl l-carnatine and l-carnatine being useful for fatique, which I have had quite a problem with. After taking this supplement, I got an immediate improvement in mental clarity, especially the loss of the mental fog that have lived in for years. Though this supplement isn't proven to work for depression, I find it very effective. My test now is to see if I can stop taking anti-depressants altogether. So far, it is working fine. It has been far more effective than bupropion.Read More Read Less

Immediately after taking the first capsule I began to get a burning of my tounge and some deadening of in the lining of my mouth. The burning is like eating a very hot pepper. ouch! Be very careful.

I originally started taking ALCAR for age related lower than normal testosterone function, and fat burning. I can't say for sure that it is helping as a fat burner but have noticed a marked increase in exercise performance and libido. For the record, there are a number of companies on the web that sell in bulk, and at a level of 500mg to 1500mg, it is not only easier but MUCH cheaper to purchase in bulk and measure with measuring spoons. I just measure out 1/8 tsp (about 500mg) with breakfast and before workouts, and mix it with food, or pop it in my mouth and swallow with water. Dosing on nutritional supplements does not have to be exact, so if you vary by up to 10%, it won't make an huge difference anyway. Remember this is to supplement your body's own natural production. Read More Read Less

I have had mild to moderate depression and difficulty remembering things since my cancer treatment. This supplement has been very beneficial to my overall feeling of well being.

I have been taking acetyl L-carnitine for years and have found it to be very effective. It definitely helps me remember detailed information such as phone numbers, case numbers etc.It makes a difference in my memory and if I run out for a few days, I make sure I get on it. It's definitely worth using if you have difficulty in remembering things. I usually take 250 mg per day.

For me a lessor dose was better. Did not follow manu. directions for two capsules daily. To much! Felt hyper and jittery. I take one capsule 2-4 times a week and my thinking is much more clear and my retention much improved. Energy level also up. Definetely clears the fog! I'm post menapause brought on by surgery 16 years ago (59 years old currently). I'm a believer!

I started taking acetyk L carnitine with alpha lipoic acid about 2 years ago. I saw it at the drugstore and it said enhances memory. I have had problems with memory for about 10 years, so I decided to try it. I take 2 200mg capsules daily. I have noticed much improvement in memory and organizational skills over the past couple of years. I went to a workshop in Cincinnati last year and found out that the University (UC) has it listed on its slide program that was shown at this workshop, and had noted that it has shown to be beneficial in treating memory/Alzheimer's and other dementia. I have recommenced it to many family members and friends, and severel have told me that it has helped them too.Read More Read Less

I found this supplement while researching treatments for chronic fatigue syndrome. I'm so glad I tried it did, because it has helped me regain the physical and mental energy I have been lacking. Although more research is needed, it has absolutely helped me function better.

Although I like the effects of this product, the down side or side effect has been upset stomach and inflamed esophagus. I am undecided about continuing product.please note brand of product used was not in listing below. Puritan's Pride is product used

I have ADD - I space out to what is going on around and have memory issues, even when I really try not to let it happen, and it is very embarrassing for me. I REALLY feel a difference when using this. I stopped using this for a while bc I was ordering online and just didn't get to it for a couple months. But after reordering and taking it again - I am writing this review. I have to say that i still feel a tremendous difference in focus. I wouldn't call it the cure all, but a great enhancement. My mind feels clearer and I feel like i feel the forefront of my brain working (lol) - but no joke. I'm surprised to see this product has not been reviewed by more people for this reason, but for me it really works great. I just try to buy from brands that do not use herbs from china that could be possibly contaminated with heavy metals such as lead. Nature's Way is the best in protecting consumers in my opinion, and they are not owned by a pharmaceutical company, but i don't see that they produce this product. I currently use the one by KAL, but may switch brands. I take 2x 500mg a day at the same time in the morning for the benefits described, and 2 more if needed later in the day sometimes.Read More Read Less

just started taking about 1 week ago. I have not noticed much of a difference as of yet