Taurine
amino acid
Pronunciation: TAWR-een
What it isSulfonic amino acid with osmoregulatory and modulatory roles, present in energy drinks.
Why this oneIt is included in energy drinks on a rationale that has never been demonstrated clinically.
What limits itEvidence for the promoted neurologic and cardiometabolic uses is insufficient.
NO BOXED WARNINGS
Principal riskEvidence for promoted uses is insufficient
Classes and tags
Clinical profile
Available strengths
- cap 500, 1000 mg
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Self-check
- What physiologic role of taurine relates to water balance?
Osmoregulation. - Is evidence sufficient for taurine’s promoted neurologic and cardiometabolic uses?
No.