L-Arginine



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L-Arginine Information

L-Arginine is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nutritional Deficiency. Secondary and off-label uses of L-Arginine have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of L-Arginine depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of L-Arginine as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of L-Arginine normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

L-Arginine's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, L-Arginine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the L-Arginine related warnings section.

The section on L-Arginine contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of L-Arginine with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for L-Arginine, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



L-Arginine Benefits & Uses

L-Arginine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

L-Arginine 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
Adult
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Nutritional Deficiency
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

L-Arginine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of L-Arginine safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect L-Arginine will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of L-Arginine safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of L-Arginine in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of L-Arginine on the Kidneys?


    L-Arginine is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of L-Arginine on the Liver?


    L-Arginine is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of L-Arginine on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of L-Arginine for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of L-Arginine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Ethinyl Estradiol,Drospirenone


    L-Arginine Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about L-Arginine

    • Is this L-Arginine habit forming or addictive?


      L-Arginine is not addictive in nature.

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


      Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking L-Arginine as it does not make you drowsy.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      L-Arginine 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 L-Arginine for mental disorders.

      No

    L-Arginine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and L-Arginine


      It is safe to take L-Arginine with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and L-Arginine


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking L-Arginine with alcohol will be.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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