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Metabolic

L-Carnitine Protocol

Dosing & Research

Last Updated: September 4, 2026

Fatty-acid transport studies, Exercise performance, Mitochondrial metabolism, Recovery and energy research

Half-Life
Roughly 17 hours orally; tissue kinetics longer
Administration
• Oral • Intramuscular
Frequency
2-3x weekly

How It Works

  • Fatty-acid transport studies
  • Exercise performance
  • Mitochondrial metabolism
  • Recovery and energy research

Dosing Structure

Dose
200–600 mg as needed
Frequency
2-3x weekly
Notes
Inject: Gluteal, deltoid, or vastus lateralis (IM). Before exercise for performance goals.

Example Protocols

Dose: 200–600 mg as needed
Frequency: 2-3x weekly
Duration: As Needed
Off Period: Not listed
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Protocol Notes

Inject: Gluteal, deltoid, or vastus lateralis (IM).
Before exercise for performance goals.

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