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L-Citrulline pour High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)

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Systolic -4.1 mmHg in meta-analysis. May have superior pharmacokinetics vs. arginine for sustained nitric oxide production. Growing evidence base but still smaller than other BP-lowering supplements.

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Systolic -4.1 mmHg in meta-analysis. May have superior pharmacokinetics vs. arginine for sustained nitric oxide production. Growing evidence base but still smaller than other BP-lowering supplements.

            
            
        

    











    
    

        
        

            

  
Key Statistics





            


    

        
7

        
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400

        
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Dosage & Usage





            
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units


            
            

                
Posologies couramment utilisées

                

                    
                    

                        
lcitrulline:

                        
3,000-6,000 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
citrullinemalate:

                        
6,000-8,000 mg/day

                    

                    
                    

                        
bloodpressuresupport:

                        
3,000 mg/day

                    

                    
                

                
                

                    Limite supérieure : Not formally established; well-tolerated up to 15,000 mg/day in clinical trials
                

                
            

            

            

            
            

                Moment optimal de prise : On empty stomach; divide doses for sustained arginine elevation
            

            
        

        

        
        
        

            

  
Safety & Side Effects





            

                
                

                    
Effets indésirables signalés

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Generally well-tolerated
                        
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                            Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high doses
                        
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                            Heartburn (rare)
                        
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Interactions connues

                    
    
                        
                        
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                            Antihypertensives (additive blood pressure lowering)
                        
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                            PDE5 inhibitors (excessive vasodilation risk)
                        
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                            Nitrates (excessive vasodilation risk)
                        
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                        Apport maximal tolérable : Not formally established; well-tolerated up to 15,000 mg/day in clinical trials
                    

                

                
            

            

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Frequently Asked Questions





            




    
    

        
            Does L-Citrulline help with High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Based on 7 studies with 400 participants, there is limited but promising evidence that L-Citrulline may support High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) management. Our evidence grade is C (Some Evidence).
        

    

    
    

        
            How much L-Citrulline should I take for High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 3,000-6,000 mg/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
        

    

    
    

        
            Are there side effects of L-Citrulline?
            
        
        

            Reported side effects may include Generally well-tolerated, Mild gastrointestinal discomfort at high doses, Heartburn (rare). Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
        

    

    
    

        
            How strong is the evidence for L-Citrulline and High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)?
            
        
        

            We rate the evidence as Grade C (Some Evidence). This rating is based on 7 peer-reviewed studies with 400 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
        

    

    




        

        

        
        
        

            

  
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