Question 1

is there such a thing as a "slow release" lysine supplement? i feel as though perhaps the potential long-term renal issues from too much too quickly.

Accepted Answer

No, why taking it?: I'm not aware of slow-release lysine; even if it exists there is no evidence it would be safer. Again, there's only 1 report of kidney problems in a woman who took 3000 mg/day for 5 years but no proof lysine caused her problem. Millions have taken lysine safely. Why are you taking it? Keep your dose to 1500 mg/day ; have kidney function checked every 6 months if concerned but it should be safe.

Question 2

i get 3-5 cold sores a year, i wish there was a cure. does lysine supplements really work at reducing outbreaks? is it safe to take lysine long-term? are there other supplements other then antiviral medicine and creams?

Accepted Answer

: Lysine has no effect at all against herpes. Despite online claims, there is no proved reduction in either frequency or severity of outbreaks. It's not quite quackery; in the laboratory, lysine slightly inhibits HSV. 3-5 outbreaks a year is unusually frequent for oral herpes; you could try sunblock, since UV light can trigger outbreaks.

Question 3

are there any side effects of l-lysine?

Accepted Answer

High doses, maybe: Deficiency symptoms might include stomach cramps, diarrhea, hair loss weight loss, poor concentration, reproductive problems, kidney stones. It can interact with a number of antibiotics to lethal effect.  It could cause severe allergic reactions, (swelling of lips and tongue, or throat closure, difficulty breathing) old people need it more than young.  Athletes use it.

Question 4

is it safe to take daily lysine for control of herpes? does it have any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Lysine for herpes: It's possible lysine supplements may have some effect on reducing herpes outbreaks, although the FDA has nothing to say about that. The thought is lysine blocks a pathway the virus needs to replicate. Since it is an essential amino acid (the body needs it) I don't expect any real side effects... Other than cost!  Lysine is found in food- might want to try that--fish, chicken, lentils, milk, beans.

Question 5

is it reasonable to take l-lysine capsules daily(about 1500mg) to prevent latent herpese viruses? any side-effects should i be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but it's not: necessarily effective.  l-lysine may decrease the number &amp; duration of HSV I (cold) sore outbreaks, but not necessarily HSV II (genital herpes).  l-lysine can increase the amount of calcium your body absorbs.  While food (like dairy) isn't a problem, a healthy young guy like you shouldn't take calcium supplements at the same time.  This includes calcium-containing  antacids.

Question 6

the side effects of taking daily lysine, like kidney failure and nephritis, how often they occur, what can i do not to suffer this consecuences?

Accepted Answer

Why lysine?: Good sources of lysine are high-protein foods such as eggs, red meat, lamb, pork, and poultry, soy, beans and peas, cheese and fish such as cod and sardines. There has been a case report of fanconi's syndrome due to long term use of high dose lysine, but no other renal impairment. Not recommended to be taken if you already have renal impairment. Stop taking supplements and eat a healthy diet.

Question 7

tryptophan,valine,threonine,isoleucine,leucine,lysine,phenylalanine,methionine,argine,cystine,tyrosinehistidine.what are side effects of this suppleme?

Accepted Answer

Everything we ingest: has side effects.  Please see a nutritionist or a natural health doctor who can recommend the proper supplements and doses.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

what is the side effects of l- arginine and l-lysine ? can i take it as supplement for bodybuilding ? i had wilms tumor when i was kid

Accepted Answer

Supplements: Both of yhese drugs can give you nausea, stomach cramps or pain. In addition you can get diarrhea.In general these drugs arenot recommended because of their long term effects. Whats more with your medical history i would erron the safe side.

Question 9

what is lysine?

Accepted Answer

Essential amino acid: Lysine is an esential Amino Acid (a building block for proteins) that is not synthesized in animals. We get it from aspartic acid  from plants(especially legumes) or our friendly flora (bacteria), eggs, meats, soy, cheese and fish.  It is metabolized to get acetyl-coa which is essential for production of energy & acetylcholine.  It's been pro-ported for immunodeficiency, anxiety, cancer, incr bp..

Question 10

why would   require lysine?

Accepted Answer

Can't make it: Everybody needs some lysine in their diet as an essential amino acid; especially, vegetarians need to take note. Lysine as a dietary supplement seems to slow down cold sores, and the stuff is promoted to athletes probably without any real benefit.

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Is there such a thing as a "slow release" lysine supplement? i feel as though perhaps the potential long-term renal issues from too much too quickly.

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I get 3-5 cold sores a year, i wish there was a cure. does lysine supplements really work at reducing outbreaks? is it safe to take lysine long-term? are there other supplements other then antiviral medicine and creams?

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Are there any side effects of l-lysine?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take daily lysine for control of herpes? does it have any side effects?

A member asked:

Is it reasonable to take l-lysine capsules daily(about 1500mg) to prevent latent herpese viruses? any side-effects should i be aware of?

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The side effects of taking daily lysine, like kidney failure and nephritis, how often they occur, what can i do not to suffer this consecuences?

A member asked:

Tryptophan,valine,threonine,isoleucine,leucine,lysine,phenylalanine,methionine,argine,cystine,tyrosinehistidine.what are side effects of this suppleme?

A member asked:

What is the side effects of l- arginine and l-lysine ? can i take it as supplement for bodybuilding ? i had wilms tumor when i was kid

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What is lysine?

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Why would require lysine?

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