NOW L-Arginine 500mg

Now Foods L-Arginine 500mg

L-Arginine is a conditionally essential basic amino acid involved primarily in urea metabolism and excretion, as well as in DNA synthesis and protein production.* It is an important precursor of Nitric Oxide (NO) and thus plays a role in the dilation of blood vessels.*

Features:

• Supports protein and creatine synthesis, nitric oxide production*
• Helps the detoxification of ammonia in the body*
• Conditionally Essential Amino Acid
• Free Form

Each capsules:

L-Arginine 500 mg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients:

Capsule (gelatin, water), Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source), Silica.

Directions:

Adult Dosage: Take 2 capsules 1-3 times daily as required, between meals or at bedtime with a carbohydrate drink to facilitate absorption. Do not use beyond 8 weeks.

Cautions:

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have human herpes virus, sickle cell anemia, are taking antihypertensives, cyclosporine, estrogens, birth control medications, medroxyprogesterone, norethindrone, nitrates, potassium-increasing drugs, sildenafil, xylitol, and/or aminophyllins. Do not use if you have had a myocardial infarction (heart attack), have gout, decreased platelet count, elevated blood-urea-nitrogen, serum creatine and creatinine, delayed menses, asthma, are pregnant or breastfeeding.

*Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada or the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.