name: | Acetylcarnitine | |
ATC code: | N06BX12 | route: | intravenous |
compartments: | 2 | |
dosage: | 500 | mg |
volume of distribution: | 21.8 | L |
clearance: | 404.6 | mL/min |
other parameters in model implementation |
Acetylcarnitine (acetyl-L-carnitine) is an acetylated form of L-carnitine, a naturally occurring molecule involved in the transport of fatty acids into mitochondria for β-oxidation. It has been studied for its neuroprotective properties and potential therapeutic effects in neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, peripheral neuropathy, and depression. It is used as a dietary supplement and for some clinical indications in several countries, but not broadly approved as a prescription medication for CNS disorders in all regions.
Pharmacokinetic parameters from published studies in healthy adult male volunteers following intravenous administration.