The Basics On Phenylalanine
What is Phenylalanine?
What are other names for Phenylalanine?
2-AMINO-3-PHENYLPROPIONIC ACID, A-AMINOBENZENEPROPANOIC ACID, A-AMINOHYDROCINNAMIC ACID, ALANINE, PHENYL ESTER, D,L-PHENYLALANINE, DLPHENYLALANINE, L-PHENYLALANINE, PHENYL ESTER ALANINE, and PHENYLALANINE
What is Phenylalanine used for?
Phenylalanine is used for a skin disease called vitiligo, depression, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, pain, acupuncture anesthesia, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, weight loss, and alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
How Phenylalanine is classified
Antioxidants, Skin-Replenishing
Recommendations for using Phenylalanine during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Phenylalanine During Pregnancy
What we know about using Phenylalanine while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Phenylalanine from CIR
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel reviewed the safety of α-amino acids, which function primarily as hair and skin conditioning agents in cosmetic products. The safety of α-amino acids as direct food additives has been well established based on extensive research through acute and chronic dietary exposures. The Panel focused its review on dermal irritation and sensitization data relevant to the use of these ingredients in topical cosmetics. The Panel concluded that α-amino acids were safe as cosmetic ingredients in the practices of use and concentration of this safety assessment.
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Products where you might find Phenylalanine
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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