Arginine Benefits & Uses

Arginine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Nutritional Deficiency

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: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 700 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 700 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 700 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chest Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Arginine Related Warnings

Is the use of Arginine safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Arginine on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Arginine safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Arginine in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Arginine is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Arginine on the Kidneys?

Arginine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arginine on the Liver?

Arginine can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arginine on the Heart?

Arginine may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Arginine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Estradiol

Arginine Contraindications

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

Erectile Dysfunction
Sickle Cell Crisis
Kidney Disease
Angina
Heart Attack

Frequently asked Questions about Arginine

Is this Arginine habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Arginine does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Arginine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Arginine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arginine

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Arginine and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Arginine

Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Arginine at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.

Mild