L-Carnitine (LC600): reference dosing schedule
Human schedule
L-carnitine (LC600) is given intramuscularly (levocarnitine) in research and clinical protocols, less often intravenously; the below is generalized from published studies and protocols.
This is a concise reference to regimens described for adults; it is not an individual prescription.
| Period / condition | Dose | Escalation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 200–300 mg intramuscular, 2–3x/week | Starting dose |
| Typical regimen | 500 mg intramuscular, on training days or daily | Increase if needed |
| Maximum in this schedule | up to 600 mg per injection; clinical IV ~50 mg/kg/day | Maximum in this schedule |