L-Phenylalanine 500 mg®

Amino Acids & Protein

Brand: NOW

CapsuleAmino acid/ProteinOff Market
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Net Contents

120 Veg Capsule(s)

Serving Size

1 Veg Capsule(s)

Servings Per Container

Not specified

Supplement Form

Capsule

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 33739 00132 0

Product Version

CODE 0132C V5

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

1Active Ingredients

Single-ingredient formula listed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

3Dietary Attributes

Label states: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Veg Capsule(s) · 1–3 per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving
L-Phenylalanine500 mg

Not Present

Other Ingredients

Cellulose

Target Groups

VeganVegetarianAdult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy Free

Label Claims

All OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

SUGGESTED USAGE: Take 1 capsule 1 to 3 times daily as needed, preferably between meals.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: All Other

Caution: For adults only.

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (e.g. high blood pressure or phenylketonuria [PKU]).

Precautions re: Children

Keep out of reach of children.

Precautions re: Allergies

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Formulation

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan

Vegetarian/Vegan

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.

FDA Statements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

A Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

General Statements: All Other Content

L-Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that can be readily converted into the amino acid tyrosine. Because tyrosine is necessary for the synthesis of proteins and the production of the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, phenylalanine is an extremely important nutrient that must be obtained through the diet or supplementation.*

General Statements: All Other Content

CAPSULE SIZE

General: Product/Version Code

CODE 0132C V5

General Statements: All Other Content

NERVOUS SYSTEM SUPPORT*

General Statements: All Other Content

~ Supports Positive Mood* ~ Free-Form

Seals/Symbols

GMP QUALITY ASSURED

General Statements: All Other Content

Settling of powder may occur in the capsule, which is filled by weight without added fillers.

General Statements: All Other Content

Please Recycle.

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

NOW Foods

395 S. Glen Ellyn Rd., Bloomingdale, IL, 60108, USA

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Research & Studies

  • Calcium-sensing receptor regulation of gastrointestinal hormone secretion

    J Anjom-Shoae, S Veedfald, AD Conigrave… - Endocrine …, 2026 - academic.oup.com

    … to L-Trp and another aromatic AA, L-phenylalanine (L-Phe), and … trivalent cations (9), and it is now understood to be critical to Ca2+ … motility and plasma cholecystokinin in healthy men. J …

    2026
  • Structure–activity characteristics of phenylalanine analogs selectively transported by L-type amino acid transporter 1 (LAT1)

    S Chen, C Jin, R Ohgaki, M Xu, H Okanishi, Y Kanai - Scientific reports, 2024 - nature.com

    … We discovered that 2-iodo-l-phenylalanine (2-I-Phe), with an iodine substituent at position 2 … akin to the α-methyl group in α-methyl-l-phenylalanine (α-methyl-Phe), a known LAT1-…

    202421 citations
  • PhenQ vs. Phenaprin (I Tried Both): Who Wins In 2026?

    RK Range, RUSG Guide, RUHB Guide - blog.revgear.com

    … solidified their presence in the health supplement industry. … The primary ingredient in Pheaprpin is L-phenylalanine (230 mg), … suppression range between 500 mg and 2 grams. At 230 …

  • Dopamine Brain Food by Natural Stacks: Boosting Cognitive Function Naturally

    K Takeaways - neurolaunch.com

    … Are There Side Effects or Risks to Taking Dopamine-Boosting Supplements Daily? For most healthy adults, L-Tyrosine and L-Phenylalanine at standard doses are well tolerated. The …

  • Synthesis of a series of amino acid derived ionic liquids and tertiary amines: green chemistry metrics including microbial toxicity and preliminary biodegradation data …

    A Jordan, A Haiß, M Spulak, Y Karpichev… - Green …, 2016 - pubs.rsc.org

    … evaluation and to supplement preliminary biodegradation studies… the synthesis of 6 ILs from L-phenylalanine were achieved. A C 2 … This headgroup can now be included in our ongoing …

    201684 citations
  • Disruption of fibrillar assemblies of l-phenylalanine using polyphenol-passivated nanocarbon as a potential therapeutic strategy against phenylketonuria

    S Chatterjee, K Kumar, P Kumar, AK Thakur… - Organic & Biomolecular …, 2025 - pubs.rsc.org

    … assemblies of the aromatic amino acid L-phenylalanine at pathological concentrations. As a … The CNPGA-mediated inhibition and disruption of L-phenylalanine fibrils was examined …

    2025

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2015-05-22. DSLD Label ID: 45706. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.