CanPrev Acetyl L-Carnitine 600 packs 600 mg of acetyl L-carnitine into each vegetable capsule. Helps support cognitive function. A bottle holds 120 capsules, which is 40 days at the label dose of 3 a day.
What CanPrev Acetyl L-Carnitine 600 is licensed for
It is licensed for sale by Health Canada and bears NPN 80142760.
What acetyl L-carnitine is
L-carnitine is a compound your body builds from two amino acids, lysine and methionine. Acetyl L-carnitine, often shortened to ALC, is the same molecule with an acetyl group attached.
ALC is sold as its own supplement, separate from plain L-carnitine. Here it comes as acetyl L-carnitine hydrochloride, a stable salt, measured at 600 mg per capsule.
The only medicinal ingredient is acetyl L-carnitine. The rest is dicalcium phosphate, hypromellose (the plant-based capsule shell), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and silicon dioxide. CanPrev lists it as vegan and GMO-free, with no gluten, dairy, soy, wheat, yeast, sugar, artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or animal products.
How it compares
CanPrev's capsule sits at the higher end of the acetyl L-carnitine options at Vitasave:
Product
Per capsule
Capsules
CanPrev Acetyl L-Carnitine 600
600 mg
120
Natural Factors Acetyl-L-Carnitine
500 mg
60
NOW Acetyl-L-Carnitine
500 mg
100
The CanPrev bottle also holds twice as many capsules as the 60-count Natural Factors bottle, with 100 mg more in each one. At the full label dose you get 1,800 mg a day from three capsules. It belongs to CanPrev's Pro Essentials line, printed on the bottle.
How to take it
Adults 18 and over take 1 capsule 3 times a day. Spacing the doses across morning, midday and evening is the simplest way to fit that in. The label notes that some people may experience stomach upset, and it also lists cautions for pregnancy, breastfeeding and some medical conditions. Read them in full under How to Take.
Who it suits
Adults who want a single-ingredient ALC supplement at a full 600 mg per capsule, with no blend to work around. The capsules are vegan, so they fit plant-based diets.
CanPrev Acetyl L-Carnitine 600 FAQ
How much acetyl L-carnitine is in each capsule?
600 mg, from acetyl L-carnitine hydrochloride.
What is the difference between L-carnitine and acetyl L-carnitine?
Acetyl L-carnitine is L-carnitine with an acetyl group attached. The two are sold as separate supplements.
Is it vegan?
Yes. CanPrev lists it as vegan, with a plant-based capsule.
Does it contain any other active ingredients?
No. Acetyl L-carnitine is the only medicinal ingredient, at 600 mg per capsule.
When should I take it?
The label dose is 1 capsule 3 times a day. Morning, midday and evening is an easy split.
Directions Adults (18 years and older) - Take 1 capsule, 3 times per day.
Cautions & Warnings Ask a healthcare practitioner before use if • you are pregnant • you are breastfeeding • you have kidney disease • you have a seizure disorder. When using this product • some people may experience gastrointestinal disturbances. Keep out of reach of children.
