Acetyl-L-Carnitine is the O-acetyl derivative of Carnitine (often manufactured and supplemented) synthetically - ALC is also naturally present in the body (i.e. it is endogenous) and occurs naturally in small amounts in some foods. Approximately 7.5% - 10.2% of the body’s total Carnitine content is in the form of ALC.

Note that ALC may provide health benefits above and beyond those derived from Carnitine supplementation (according to the Sigma Tau pharmaceutical corporation).

Also known as Acetyl Levocarnitine, Branigen, Levececarnitine hydrochloride, L-acetylcarnitine, N-Acetyl-Carnitine, N-acetyl-L-carnitine, Nicetile, ST-200 or Zibren.

Health Benefits:

• may retard some aspects of the Aging Process
• may improve the reaction times of Cerebral Insufficiency patients
• may improve the function of the Mitochondria in the Heart
• may counteract the toxic effects of Ischemia on the Brain
• may protect the Brain from many of the toxic after-effects of Stroke
• may enhance the transport of Fatty Acids into the Mitochondria (for subsequent use in the production of Energy) and facilitates the clearance of toxic levels of Fatty Acids from the Mitochondria
• may inhibit the ability of Alcohol (ethanol) to cause Gastric Ulcers
• may improve Hearing ability in elderly Age-Related Hearing Loss patients
• may help to prevent Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
• may help to treat Age-Related Macular Degeneration
• may help to prevent Cataracts
• may be useful for the prevention of Glaucoma
• may inhibit the Cross-Linking (glycosylation) of the Optic Nerve
• may prevent the age-related impairment of Sight
• may stimulate the Immune System
• is a potent Antioxidant
• may improve Athletic Performance
• may lower elevated Blood Sugar levels
• may lower total serum Cholesterol levels
• may increase Energy levels in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) patients
• may be useful for the treatment of Diabetes Mellitus Type 1
• may improve Glucose disposal in Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 patients
• may improve the Energy metabolism of Neurons and other Cells
• may enhance the performance of people who Exercise
• may alleviate Fatigue
• transports Lipids into the Mitochondria of Cells
• may improve Stamina
• ALC may alleviate musculoskeletal Pain and may improve mental health in Fibromyalgia patients
• may alleviate Age Associated Memory Impairment (AAMI)
• may help to prevent/treat Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
• may inhibit the deterioration in Mental Function associated with Alzheimer's Disease and may retard the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
• may reduce Anxiety
• may reduce impulsivity in Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) patients
• may facilitate recovery from Coma
• may alleviate Depression
• may improve Attention Span and Memory in Down’s Syndrome patients
• may be useful for the treatment of Drug Dependence caused by Alcohol (ethanol)
• may be useful for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis
• is being researched as a possible treatment for Parkinson's Disease
• may inhibit the excessive release of Cortisol in response to Stress
• may improve Alertness, Attention Span, Concentration, Learning Ability and Memory
• may improve Mood
• may improve the quality of Sleep and may reduce the quantity of Sleep required
• may facilitate the regeneration of Cranial Nerves after injury
• may retard the decline in the number of Dopamine Receptors that occurs in tandem with the Aging Process and (more rapidly) with the onset of Parkinson's Disease
• may improve Nerve Conduction Velocity
• may stimulate and maintain the growth of new Neurons within the Brain
• may help to prevent/alleviate Male Impotence in elderly men
• may be useful for the treatment of Male Infertility
• may retard some aspects of the Aging Process in the Skin
• may normalize Beta-Endorphin levels
• may increase the night-time secretion of Melatonin by the Pineal Gland
• may counteract the toxic effects of exposure to Gamma-Rays
• may help to protect Neurons from the toxic effects of Ammonia
• may inhibit the Brain, Heart, Kidney and Liver damage caused by excessive consumption of Alcohol (ethanol)

ALC readily permeates the Blood-Brain Barrier.

No toxicity has been found to be associated with ALC even when supplemented in large dosages.

Carnitine is available as a health supplement or as an ingredient in some health and nutrition supplements. 

Carnitine is an ingredient in the following Ultima health and nutrition supplements: Brain Fuel and BurnXpress.