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Leucine

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 28, 2024.

Excipient (pharmacologically inactive substance)

What is it?

Leucine (C6H13NO2) is the L-isomer is one of the amino acids found in proteins. Leucine is an essential hydrophobic amino acid. It is used in the Leucine may be used some people as a supplement to build muscle. Leucine is also found in fish, meat, and poultry. In the pharmaceutical industry, L-leucine is used for parenteral and enteral nutrition and feeding, and is also used as a flavoring product and tablet lubricant in manufacturing.

List of medications using Leucine

Further information

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