Typical dose
For athletic performance: 2-5 grams daily, often...
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
CarnoSyn® Beta-Alanine is a patented, high-purity form of the non-essential amino acid beta-alanine. It is specifically manufactured to meet pharmaceutical-grade standards for consistency and quality. Beta-alanine is a rate-limiting precursor to carnosine (beta-alanyl-L-histidine), a dipeptide stored in skeletal muscle and brain tissue. Carnosine functions as an intracellular pH buffer, antioxidant, and anti-glycation agent. CarnoSyn® is clinically researched for increasing muscle carnosine levels, which helps buffer hydrogen ions (H+) during high-intensity exercise, delaying neuromuscular fatigue and improving athletic performance. It is not incorporated into proteins but acts as a metabolic intermediate. The patented form ensures consistent dosing and bioavailability.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- For athletic performance: 2-5 grams daily, often split into smaller doses (e.g., 800-1600 mg) taken every 3-4 hours to minimize side effects. Loading phases of 4-8 weeks are common to saturate muscle carnosine stores.
- Suggested range
- 2-6.4 grams per day
Potential benefits
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Other forms of Beta-Alanine
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
Beta-Alanine (free form)
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Beta-Alanine HCl (Hydrochloride)
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Sustained-Release Beta-Alanine
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Technical details ▼
Chemical ID (CAS)
107-95-9
Formula
C3H7NO2
Physical properties
White, crystalline powder. Soluble in water. Odorless. Stable under recommended storage conditions. Melting point approximately 207°C (decomposes).
How it’s made
Produced synthetically via chemical synthesis, typically from acrylonitrile or via the hydrolysis of 3-aminopropionitrile. The CarnoSyn® brand involves a patented manufacturing and purification process to achieve pharmaceutical-grade purity (>99%) and consistency, ensuring it is free from impurities and unwanted isomers.