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Is DL- Phenylalanine Advisable For Vitiligo?

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Posted on Tue, 25 Oct 2016
Question: Hi
DL-Phenylalanine. I am taking this supplement, it makes me motivated. Also, it is supposed to be good for vitiligo, which I also have.
Question: How much can I take of DL-Phenlylanine.
My weight is 170-180lbs. Height 6th1.

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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

The maximum dose is 100mg/kg, or in your case 8000mg daily.

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Follow up: Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (21 minutes later)
Thanks. And is there no tolerance build up with this amino acid?
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (4 hours later)
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Detailed Answer:
That is correct, there is no tolerance to build up.

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Is DL- Phenylalanine Advisable For Vitiligo?

Brief Answer: Consultation Detailed Answer: Hello, and thanks for your question. The maximum dose is 100mg/kg, or in your case 8000mg daily. Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers