Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin
Highly branched cyclic dextrin (cluster dextrin). Dietary Supplement, carbohydrate.
This page describes what Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin is and its known risks. It is not medical advice and not a guide to using it. Many of these substances are prescription-only or illegal to use without a prescription. Speak to a doctor.
- Class
- Dietary Supplement
- Legal status
- Over-the-counter (unrestricted)
- Half-life
- N/A (digested carbohydrate)
- Liver strain
- None at typical doses
- Kidney strain
- None at typical doses
- Converts to estrogen
- None
- Suppresses natural hormones
- Not typically
What it does in the body
Metabolic
- Carbohydrate that leaves the stomach quickly and causes little bloating
Forms, half-life and detection
| Form | Half-life | Reported detection window |
|---|---|---|
| Oral (powder) | N/A (digested carbohydrate) | N/A (not a banned substance) |
Side effects and health risks
Metabolic
- Calories and carbohydrate count toward your daily totals
Related compounds
- Creatine Monohydrate
- Creatine Hydrochloride (HCl)
- L-Glutamine
- GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)
- Dextrose
- Melatonin
- BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids)
- EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)
Questions
What is the half-life of Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin?
About N/A (digested carbohydrate). Half-life is the time for the level in the blood to fall by half.
How long is Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin detectable?
Testing windows of N/A (not a banned substance) are reported, depending on the test and the person.
Is Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin legal?
Over-the-counter (unrestricted). Laws differ by country and change; check the rules where you live.
What blood tests matter with Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin?
Ask a doctor which tests suit you.
What are the side effects of Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin?
Metabolic: calories and carbohydrate count toward your daily totals.
For information only, not medical advice. MyoStats is a tracking tool used at your own discretion. Speak to a doctor before changing your training, diet, medication or anything you take.