Acetyl‑L‑Carnitine (ALCAR)
Acetyl‑L‑Carnitine (ALCAR) explained
Acetyl‑L‑carnitine (ALCAR) supports cellular energy and is used for focus, mood, and nerve health; it crosses the blood‑brain barrier more readily than L‑carnitine.
Not FDA ApprovedAcetyl‑L‑Carnitine (ALCAR) helps treat
• Mental energy and focus (may support)
• Mood support (adjunct)
• Peripheral neuropathy/nerve support (variable evidence)
• Healthy aging (preliminary evidence)
additional medications
• CoQ10
• Creatine
• Alpha‑lipoic acid
medication risks
• Possible agitation/insomnia if taken late
• Potential drug interactions (thyroid/anticoagulants)
side effects
• Nausea
• Headache
• Restlessness/insomnia
FAQs
Q: When to take?A: Morning/early afternoon to avoid insomnia.
Q: Stacking with alpha‑lipoic acid?
A: A common combo for mitochondrial support—discuss with your clinician.
Q: Interactions?
A: May interact with thyroid hormones or anticoagulants (theoretical).
Q: FDA approval?
A: No—supplements aren’t FDA‑approved for disease treatment.
Q: Vegetarian/vegan diets?
A: Supplementation may be helpful if intake is low.
