L-Arginine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

L-Arginine is an amino acid supplement. It is used for circulation and wellness support. In Pakistan it is available as sachets and tablets, made by 5 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How L-Arginine works

L-arginine is used by the body to make nitric oxide, a substance that relaxes and widens blood vessels and improves blood flow. It is also a building block for proteins and plays a role in removing ammonia and in wound healing.

What is L-Arginine used for?

• Circulation and wellness support

L-Arginine is an amino acid taken as a supplement to support circulation, exercise performance and general wellbeing. It is also included in some products for men's health and wound healing. Evidence for many of these uses is limited, and it is not a substitute for prescribed treatment for heart disease, blood pressure or erection problems.

Side effects of L-Arginine

L-Arginine is usually well tolerated. Possible side effects include:

• Stomach upset or nausea
• Bloating
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach cramps
• Low blood pressure

Get medical help if you feel faint or very dizzy, have chest pain, or develop signs of an allergic reaction such as swelling or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Do not take it after a recent heart attack unless your doctor advises it.
• Check with your doctor before using it with blood pressure medicines, nitrates or erectile dysfunction medicines, as blood pressure may drop too low.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease.
• Speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions about L-Arginine

What is the price of L-Arginine in Pakistan?

At Medimart, L-Arginine products currently in stock range from Rs 1,625 to Rs 2,587 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Nutrify Argifeb L Arginine Tablets at Rs 1,625. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of L-Arginine are available in Pakistan?

L-Arginine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Nutrify (Nutrify BY Sukoon), Arginol (Genetics Pharmaceuticals), Nutri (Nutrifactor) and Nutrifactor (Nutrifactor).

Do I need a prescription for L-Arginine?

L-Arginine is generally available without a prescription. Read the leaflet before use and ask a pharmacist or doctor if you are unsure, especially for children, during pregnancy, or if you take other medicines.

Can L-Arginine be used during pregnancy?

Speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

L-Arginine brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 6 products containing L-Arginine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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