Some users in community sources report no change at all
Although rare, serious side effects may occur including metabolic acidosis, kidney stones, decreased sweating leading to hyperthermia, and acute angle-closure glaucoma
Management strategies include eating smaller, more frequent meals rather than large portions, staying well hydrated throughout the day, avoiding greasy or overly rich foods during the initial adjustment period, and using ginger tea or ginger supplements for nausea relief
Specifically, high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels impair areas of the brain responsible for controlling life-support functions such as breathing, heart rate, and body temperature regulation
"This could position it to be the metformin of obesity and become widely covered by insurance plans, opening the door to treatment for all, according to Horn
Human trials and metaanalyses report modest reductions in body weight and fat mass with Lcarnitine supplementation, typically around one to two kilograms over weeks to months, with stronger signals in people with overweight or obesity