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Name Carnitine
Description Constituent of striated muscle and liver. It is used therapeutically to stimulate gastric and pancreatic secretions and in the treatment of hyperlipoproteinemias. [MeSH]
Related Names/Sources L-Carnitine;  L-Carnitine Fumarate;  L-Carnitine Tartrate
Related Brands Brands that contain this ingredient
Reference Links General Information
   Carnitine  [ODS-Fact Sheet]
   Uses (in humans)
   Carnitine   [ClinicalTrials.gov]
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   Administration Literature  [PubMed]
   Adverse Effects (in humans)
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Last updated: 24 October 2007