Disintegration time: Less than 1 hour. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians, all lactose and gelatin-free. Allergen note: Excluded allergens include wheat, gluten, barley, soy, eggs, milk, dairy products, lactose, nuts, sulfites, celery, fish, shellfish, and yeast. Precautions: Not recommended for children, growing adolescents, pregnant, or breastfeeding women. Storage instructions: Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light, and out of reach of young children. Legal category: Food supplement. Amino acids are essential for cell formation and are linked to hormones, enzymes, neurotransmitters, and antibodies. Essential amino acids must be obtained through the diet, while non-essential amino acids can be synthesized in the body. LAMBERTS® amino acids are in "free form" for easy absorption. Lysine is essential for collagen formation, the most abundant protein in the body. LAMBERTS® L-Lysine 500 mg provides high-quality USP lysine. Vegetarian and vegan diets may have lower lysine levels compared to animal-derived foods.