L-Carnitine (200mg) Dosage Protocol
L-Carnitine is an amino acid derivative essential for transporting fatty acids into mitochondria for energy production. Injectable forms provide higher bioavailability than oral supplements.
Pre-mixed solution or add 2.0 mL BAC water
200-500 mg per injection, 3-5x weekly
At 100 mg/mL: 20 units = 200 mg, 50 units = 500 mg
Lyophilized: room temp; Solution: 2-8°C
| Week | Daily Dose | Units (per injection) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 200-500 mg | 3-5x weekly |
| Pre-workout | 500 mg | 30-60 min before exercise |
| Fat loss protocols | 500 mg daily | Morning fasted |
- 1If lyophilized: add 2.0 mL bacteriostatic water
- 2Gently swirl until fully dissolved
- 3Most injectable L-Carnitine comes pre-mixed
- 4Store refrigerated after opening
L-Carnitine shuttles long-chain fatty acids across the inner mitochondrial membrane for beta-oxidation. This is essential for using fat as fuel. Injectable forms bypass variable oral absorption, providing consistent delivery to tissues.
- Supports fatty acid metabolism
- May enhance exercise performance
- Higher bioavailability than oral
- Supports mitochondrial function
- Brass EP. Supplemental carnitine and exercise. Am J Clin Nutr. 2000
- Wall BT, et al. Skeletal muscle carnitine loading. J Physiol. 2011
- L-Carnitine metabolism and exercise research
Lyophilized
Room temperature, protected from light
Reconstituted
Refrigerate at 2-8°C, use within 4 weeks
Pre-mixed solutions may have longer stability
- •Generally well-tolerated
- •May cause fishy odor in some users
- •Often combined with fat loss protocols
- •Injectable bypasses GI absorption issues
Disclaimer: This content is intended for research and educational purposes only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All compounds are for research use only. Dosing information is derived from published scientific literature and clinical studies.