L-lysine Hydrochloride
Uses of L-Lysine Hydrochloride
L-Lysine Hydrochloride is commonly used in the treatment of Herpes Simplex Virus Infections and also used for Dietary Supplement.
How L-Lysine Hydrochloride Works
L-Lysine Hydrochloride is an amino acid which is essential for human body growth and development. It is also used to reduce the arginine, leading to reduced viral replication.
Side Effects of L-Lysine Hydrochloride
Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Chronic kidney failure, Interstitial nephritis, Increased calcium absorption
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Caution use has to be practised in patients with kidney impairment.
Alcohol Safe
There is no known interaction between alcohol and L-Lysine Hydrochloride when used concomitantly.
Pregnancy Not Safe
There are limited data on the use of L-Lysine Hydrochloride in pregnant women. Thus, caution use has to be practised when using L-Lysine Hydrochloride during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.
Driving Generally Safe
L-Lysine Hydrochloride usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Limited Data
L-Lysine Hydrochloride is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.
Lactation Limited Data
Excretion of L-Lysine Hydrochloride is unknown in human breast milk. Thus, caution use has to be practised when using L-Lysine Hydrochloride during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
