Tyrosine
Tyrosine Brand names, Tyrosine Analogs
Tyrosine Brand Names Mixture
- Tyrosine, L-
- (-)-a-Amino-p-hydroxyhydrocinnamic acid
- (S)-a-Amino-4-hydroxybenzenepropanoic acid
- (S)-Tyrosine
- Benzenepropanoic acid, a-amino-4-hydroxy-, (S)-
- L-Phenylalanine, 4-hydroxy-
- L-p-Tyrosine
- L-tyrosine
- Propanoic acid, 2-amino-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-, (S)-
- Tyrosine
- p-Tyrosine
Tyrosine Chemical_Formula
C9H11N1O3
Tyrosine RX_link
No information avaliable
Tyrosine fda sheet
Tyrosine msds (material safety sheet)
Tyrosine Synthesis Reference
No information avaliable
Tyrosine Molecular Weight
181.191 g/mol
Tyrosine Melting Point
342-344 oC
Tyrosine H2O Solubility
Slightly soluble
Tyrosine State
Solid
Tyrosine LogP
-1.87
Tyrosine Dosage Forms
Capsules (300 and 500 mg), Powder, and Tablets (300, 500, and 1000 mg)
Tyrosine Indication
Tyrosine is claimed to act as an effective antidepressant, however results are mixed. Tyrosine has also been claimed to reduce stress and combat narcolepsy and chronic fatigue, however these claims have been refuted by some studies.
Tyrosine Pharmacology
Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid synthesized in the body from phenylalanine. Tyrosine is critical for the production of the body's proteins, enzymes and muscle tissue. Tyrosine is a precursor to the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine. It can act as a mood elevator and an anti-depressant. It may improve memory and increase mental alertness. Tyrosine aids in the production of melanin and plays a critical role in the production of thyroxin (thyroid hormones). Tyrosine deficiencies are manifested by hypothyroidism, low blood pressure and low body temperature. Supplemental tyrosine has been used to reduce stress and combat narcolepsy and chronic fatigue.
Tyrosine Absorption
L-tyrosine is absorbed from the small intestine by a sodium-dependent active transport process.
Tyrosine side effects and Toxicity
L-Tyrosine has very low toxicity. There have been very few reports of toxicity. LD50 (oral, rat) > 5110 mg/kg.
Tyrosine Patient Information
Pregnant women and nursing mothers should avoid supplementation with L-tyrosine.
Tyrosine Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
