Lysine Side Effects
Lysine is an amino acid that is not produced naturally within the body. As a result, it must be ingested through food or nutritional supplements. This amino acid can be found in foods such as cheese, fish, yogurt, wheat germ, pork and various other kinds of meats. Lysine is considered to be essential amino acid and a protein building block. It is beneficial for many reasons, including the fact that it promotes both healthy growth and collagen production. Lysine also helps with the prevention of bone loss and promotes healthy bones. As with most dietary supplements and medications, there are some side effects that could happen as a result of taking lysine.
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Common Side Effects
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Relatively common side effects of this amino acid include diarrhea and stomach ache. These side effects usually fade quickly, but if you have either of them and find them to be especially problematic or persistent, notify your physician of the situation.
Allergic Reactions
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Severe allergic reactions to lysine are rare but possible. In these situations, get emergency medical attention, as they could lead to potentially harmful consequences. Some signs of allergic reaction to lysine include the face, lips and tongue becoming swollen, breaking out into hives, the throat closing up and having trouble breathing.
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Kidney Disease
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Although very uncommon, occasionally people experience kidney disease that is associated with use of lysine nutritional supplements. If you have any kidney problems (or already have kidney disease), speak with your doctor regarding whether lysine is appropriate for your medical needs before starting use of the medication.
Drug Interactions
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Some medications and dietary supplements could lead to drug interactions with lysine. One example is calcium. Lysine can raise the levels of how much calcium can be absorbed by the body. Because of this, users of lysine are advised against taking large doses of lysine and calcium simultaneously.
Caution
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Take lysine with care and discuss it with your doctor. Certain individuals are advised against taking lysine, including those with any kidney or liver disease and various kinds of allergies.
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