Taurine Benefits & Uses

Taurine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency

Taurine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Taurine Related Warnings

Is the use of Taurine safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Taurine in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Taurine safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Taurine for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Taurine on the Kidneys?

Taurine does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Taurine on the Liver?

Taurine is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Taurine on the Heart?

You can take Taurine without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Taurine with Other Drugs

Taurine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Taurine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Taurine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bipolar Disorder

Frequently asked Questions about Taurine

Is this Taurine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Taurine is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Taurine since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Taurine should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Taurine for mental disorders.

No

Taurine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Taurine

Taking Taurine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Taurine

Information about the interaction of Taurine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown