Source Naturals Lysine 1000mg Cold sore formula. Relieves cold sore symptoms.L-Lysine Hydrochloride 1000mg. This formula provides the essential amino acid lysine which is needed for form many of the body's proteins, including the collagen in skin. This makes Lysine important in helping to maintain clear, healthy skin and lips. It also explains why the amino acid can help to relieve cold sore symptoms. It is important that Lysine is present in adequate quantities in the diet, as your body cannot produce this amino acid. Formulated without Gluten, Yeast and Dairy products. Suitable for vegetarians.
Lysine is an essential amino acid which must be derived from the diet. Lysine can help improve concentration and mental alertness and also assists in the utilisation of fatty acids required in energy production. Is useful in the control and prevention of the herpes virus. An essential building block for all protein, L-Lysine is needed for proper growth and bone development. Deficiency may cause or be associated with: Anaemia, decreased growth, fatty acid metabolism problems, loss of energy, inability to concentrate, herpes virus, irritability, retarded growth, hair loss, loss of sperm motility, nausea, poor immune function, loss of bone calcium, loss of appetite
L-Lysine Hydrochloride assists calcium absorption, maintains nitrogen balance, effective against cold sores and herpes viruses, increases antibody production, needed for collagen production, helps to build muscle, lowers serum triglycerides.
Each tablet provides: Lysine Hydrochloride 1000mg. Other Ingredients: Stearic acid, sorbitol, silica, modified cellulose gum and magnesium stearate. Suitable for vegetarians, Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives or artificial colour, flavour or fragrance.
Adults: Take 1 tablet daily.
A more intensive dosage can be used if you have a cold sore.
The recommended daily dosage is: Infant 99mg/kg of body weight, Child 44mg/kg body weight, Adult 32mg/kg body weight.
NOTE: Vegetarians who avoid dairy products and rely on beans, nuts and grains for protein may take 1 to 6 tablets daily as an additional source of this essential amino acid.
Not suitable for children except on medical advice.
Keep out of reach of children. May increase cholesterol and triglyceride levels if used at high dosages.