Amino Acid
L-Citrulline (Blood Pressure)
Also known as: Citrulline (BP), Citrulline malate
Converts to arginine, raising NO levels. Better tolerated than arginine for many.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Daily target & upper limit
6 g / dayL-Citrulline (Blood Pressure) has an established daily reference intake. See best forms, label synonyms, upper-limit warnings, and top-scoring supplements:
L-Citrulline (Blood Pressure) dosage reference →Primary uses
- Blood pressure
- Nitric oxide
- Exercise performance
- Circulation
How it works
- Converts to arginine
- Sustained NO production
- Better GI tolerance than arginine
Dosage
- Typical range
- 3-6g daily
- Timing
- Any time, pre-exercise for performance
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Ongoing
- Special populations
- Blood pressure, exercise, circulation
Forms
- L-citrulline
- Citrulline malate
Safety
Common side effects
- Rare GI upset
Contraindications
- None known
Products containing L-Citrulline (Blood Pressure)
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list L-Citrulline (Blood Pressure) on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
See all products →Evidence notes
Sustained NO elevation
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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