L Arginine+leucine
About L Arginine+leucine
L Arginine+leucine belongs to a class of amino acid supplements used to reduce complications associated with pre-eclampsia (complication during pregnancy due to high blood pressure) and boosts the immune system. Also, it is used to relieve the symptoms of erectile dysfunction in men. Pre-eclampsia is a pregnancy disorder characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. It usually begins during the second trimester (after 20 weeks of pregnancy).
L Arginine+leucine is a combination of two amino acids, namely: L Arginine and Leucine. L Arginine works by getting converted to nitric oxide in the body which widens blood vessels and increases blood flow. Thereby, it relaxes blood vessels and decreases high blood pressure. Leucine works by increasing lean body mass and muscle growth. Thus, it helps to build muscle mass and improves performance during exercise.
Take L Arginine+leucine as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take L Arginine+leucine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience headache, vomiting, nausea, hypotension (low blood pressure), or numbness. Most of these side effects of L Arginine+leucine do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to L Arginine+leucine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. L Arginine+leucine is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking L Arginine+leucine. If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor. It is not known if L Arginine+leucine affects your ability to drive. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking L Arginine+leucine.
Uses of L Arginine+leucine
Medicinal Benefits
L Arginine+leucine contains two amino acids, L Arginine and Leucine. L Arginine gets converted to nitric oxide in the body which widens blood vessels and increases blood flow. Thereby, it relaxes blood vessels and decreases high blood pressure. Leucine works by increasing lean body mass and muscle growth. Thus, it helps to build muscle mass and improves performance during exercise. Additionally, L Arginine+leucine may stimulate the release of human growth hormone and insulin. It is also used to reduce the symptoms of erectile dysfunction in men. L Arginine+leucine helps boost the immune system by supplementing nutrients.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of L Arginine+leucine
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Numbness
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to L Arginine+leucine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. L Arginine+leucine is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking L Arginine+leucine. If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor. It is not known if L Arginine+leucine affects your ability to drive. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking L Arginine+leucine.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: L Arginine+leucine may interact with medicines used to treat high blood pressure, medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), blood thinners, antidiabetic drugs, water pills (spironolactone), drugs used to treat slow heart rate (isoproterenol) and sex hormone (testosterone).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking L Arginine+leucine.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with L Arginine+leucine is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with L Arginine+leucine.
Pregnancy
cautionL Arginine+leucine may be used by pregnant women if prescribed by a doctor.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking L Arginine+leucine.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if L Arginine+leucine affects your ability to drive. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking L Arginine+leucine.
Liver
cautionTake L Arginine+leucine with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake L Arginine+leucine with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionL Arginine+leucine is not recommended for children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
- Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress and try doing activities that you enjoy by making time for yourself.
- Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
- Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil which may help in lowering high blood pressure.
- Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.
Special Advise
Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Pre-eclampsia: It is a pregnancy disorder characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. It usually begins during the second trimester (after 20 weeks of pregnancy) and can lead to severe complications for both baby and mother. The symptoms include high blood pressure, water retention, swelling in the legs and weight gain. Treatment includes certain IV or oral medications under close monitoring until the baby is mature enough to be delivered.
FAQs
L Arginine+leucine contains two amino acids, namely: L Arginine and Leucine. L Arginine works by getting converted to nitric oxide in the body that widens blood vessels and increases blood flow. Thereby, it relaxes blood vessels and decreases high blood pressure. Leucine works by increasing lean body mass and muscle growth. Thus, it helps to build muscle mass and improves performance during exercise.
L Arginine+leucine is not recommended for patients suffering from kidney disease as it may cause high potassium levels. Therefore, if you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking L Arginine+leucine.
L Arginine+leucine may cause headache as a temporary side effect. However, if the condition persist or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take spiranolactone (water pill) with L Arginine+leucine as it may cause excessive increase of potassium levels in the body. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with L Arginine+leucine.
You are not recommended to stop taking L Arginine+leucine without consulting your doctor even if you find symptomatic relief as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take L Arginine+leucine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using L Arginine+leucine, please consult your doctor.
