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Also indexed as:ALC, L-Acetyl-Carnitine
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Side Effects

Side effects from taking acetyl-L-carnitine are uncommon, although skin rash, increased appetite, nausea, vomiting, agitation, and body odor have been reported in people taking acetyl-L-carnitine.2, 3

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