L-lysine 600 mg, 30 capsules

L-lysine is an amino acid, one of the substances from which proteins are built. Lysine is an essential amino acid: the human body does not make it itself, so it has to come from food. The letter L marks the natural spatial form of the amino acid, the one found in food and in proteins.

In food supplements lysine is often used as a salt. In this product it is L-lysine hydrochloride, as the label states. Hydrochloride is a compound of lysine with hydrochloric acid.

Lysine is part of the proteins in food, and it is also sold on its own as a supplement. On its own it is offered as powder, tablets and capsules. This product is a capsule: each one holds 600 mg of L-lysine.

The capsule shell is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, a cellulose derivative used as an alternative to gelatine. The bulking agent is dicalcium phosphate, and the anti-caking agents are magnesium salts of fatty acids and silicon dioxide. The label lists no other active ingredients, only L-lysine.

Lysine is found in protein-rich food. It is in meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy products such as cheese, cottage cheese and yoghurt. Among plant foods, lysine is found in pulses such as lentils, chickpeas and beans, and also in soya and quinoa.

A supplement does not replace such foods, and the label says exactly that: do not use a food supplement as a substitute for a complete and balanced diet.

The label says: adults 2 capsules a day, duration of use 30 days. The pack holds 30 capsules, so one pack covers 15 days. To complete a 30-day course you need two packs, €7.98 together.

The label does not say what time of day or whether with food, and it does not say whether both capsules should be taken together. Choose times you can keep to every day, for example breakfast and evening meal, and keep the pack where you can see it. If you are unsure, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Not recommended in case of individual intolerance to the components, or for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. If you use several products with the same substance, add up the total amount and do not exceed the dose recommended on the label. Keep out of the reach of children; store in the original packaging in a dry place at room temperature.

The key figure is the number of capsules a day. The label gives two amounts: 600 mg in one capsule and 1200 mg in two, and both refer to the same dose. That is why a pack of 30 capsules lasts 15 days at two capsules a day, not 30.

The ingredient list begins with L-lysine hydrochloride, followed by the capsule shell and the auxiliary substances. No nutrient reference values (NRV) are given on the label.

These products contain other substances, so choose them by which substance you need, not by dose. The price per day depends on the pack price and on how many units a day each product’s label provides for, so read it together with the label.

Orders are delivered across Latvia, and the right of withdrawal applies to an unopened product in its original packaging; details are on the pages Delivery information and Return policy. Every batch is tested in the manufacturer’s laboratory and in external accredited laboratories BIOR and FANEKS; the raw materials are mostly bought from European producers.

Why does the pack hold 30 capsules but last 15 days?

The L-lysine pack holds 30 capsules, but the label dose is 2 capsules a day, so a pack lasts 15 days. The duration of use on the label is 30 days. That course needs two packs, €7.98 together. The price per day is €0.27.

Do I have to take both capsules at once?

The label does not say whether L-lysine capsules should be taken together or separately. It gives only the daily dose: 2 capsules a day for adults. What matters is not to exceed it and to choose times you can keep to every day. If in doubt, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Is L-lysine suitable for vegetarians?

The capsule shell is hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, not gelatine, but the product is not labelled as vegetarian or vegan. The origin of the L-lysine hydrochloride is not described on the label. If you follow strict dietary rules, ask the seller about the origin or consult a specialist before use.

Can I take the capsules with coffee?

The label says nothing about coffee. The practical advice not to take coffee at the same time applies to iron products, and the L-lysine capsules contain no iron. If you take other supplements too, follow each label and do not exceed the total dose.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you miss your L-lysine capsules, continue with the usual dose the next day, that is, two capsules. Do not take extra capsules to make up for it. The label gives a daily dose of 2 capsules, and it must not be exceeded. If in doubt, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Can I take L-lysine during pregnancy?

The label states that the product is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking any supplement. The daily dose is 2 capsules, and it must not be exceeded.