Choline bitartrate is a supplement form of choline, a nutrient the body uses to build cell membranes, to move fat out of the liver, and to make acetylcholine, a messenger involved in memory and muscle control.

What Choline Bitartrate Is Taken For

Supporting liver fat metabolism
Memory and cognitive support formulations
Part of B complex and prenatal supplements
Choline intake in diets low in eggs and meat

Common Side Effects

A fishy body odour at higher amounts
Nausea
Loose motions
Sweating

Precautions

Most people get enough choline from food, eggs and liver being the richest sources, so supplements are not automatically needed. High amounts can cause low blood pressure and the fishy odour that people find distressing. If you are pregnant or on regular medication, check with a pharmacist before adding it. It is a supplement and not a treatment for liver disease.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.