Question 1

l arginine can make me grow taller?

Accepted Answer

Doubt it: At a listed age of 19, your growth centers are likely closed and no further linear growth would be expected. An x-ray of your wrist and hand could be reviewed for open growth centers, but if they show closure you are finished growing taller. If open, a balanced diet, proper rest and regular exercise will support proper growth. Diet supplements or hormone injections only help those with deficiency

Question 2

can using l-arginine make you grow taller?

Accepted Answer

L arginine: Not recommended because we dont know the long term effects of l arginine.

Question 3

why should children and teenagers not use l-arginine?

Accepted Answer

Safety, unclear need: L-arginine is a dietary supplement.  It is made by the body, but is used as a supplement in various adult disorders.  No specific indications have been identified in chidlren and adolescents, and it is a substance that, in overdose, can cause brain edema and even death.  Oberdose is easier in children because of their smaller size.  So, no clear value and possible risk:  not a good combination.

Question 4

what is l-arginine how effective is it and are there any side effects?

Accepted Answer

Effective for cold: Sores by mouth, if taken early enough, and is an amino acid, so it's relatively safe to take. Seem to be a popular home remedy.  However, if you are using for something else, then it may or may not be effective depending on the diagnosis. So, if it's in the groin area, it may not be as effective. Make sure your pcp can check your area of concern to diagnose it and treat it quickly.

Question 5

dies l-arginine help against cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no valid data indicating that arginine is helpful against cancer.

Question 6

can i take l arginine and
metropolol?

Accepted Answer

You should never: take medications without checking with your doctor. L-arginine can lower your blood pressure and so can metoprolol. Taken together they may result in a blood pressure that is dangerously low.

Question 7

can l-arginine cause erectile disfunction?

Accepted Answer

Not known: No such association is known.

Question 8

can i take l arginine with finasteride?

Accepted Answer

: No interaction noted .

https://www.drugs.com/interactions-check.php?drug_list=232-0,1091-0

Question 9

can i take l-arginine when taking lisinopril?

Accepted Answer

Cautiously: L-arginine lowers BP and is additive with Lisinopril be careful using them together to avoid an excessive lowering of your bp.

Question 10

can glaucoma patient use l-arginine supplementation?

Accepted Answer

Not sure what you're using it for: It should be fine to use with anti-glaucoma drops, it would be nice to know the name of the clock: drops that you have in mind that you are worried about a drug/supplement interaction.

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