NOW Foods L-Arginine 500 mg 100 Veg Capsules

Arginine participates in protein formation and is a precursor to nitric oxide. This formula provides the amino acid in free form, with a defined 500 mg amount in each capsule. The 100-capsule package supplies 50 two-capsule servings.

NOW directs two capsules twice daily as needed, between meals or at bedtime. Each dose is taken with at least eight ounces of water or juice. The label includes specific medicine, medical-condition and surgery precautions, as well as restrictions for people with a history of myocardial infarction or established coronary artery disease.

Highlights

• 500 mg free-form L-arginine per capsule
• 1 g per two-capsule serving
• 100 vegetarian capsules
• 50 facts-panel servings

Key ingredients

Per two capsules: free-form L-arginine, 1,000 mg.

How to use

Take 2 capsules twice daily as needed. Take between meals or at bedtime with at least 8 oz. of water or juice to facilitate absorption.

Dietary and allergen information

Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a facility that also processes ingredients containing these allergens.

Format and serving

Manufacturer serving: 2 Veg Capsules.

Warnings

Take this product with at least 8 oz. of water or juice. For adults only. Not for pregnant or nursing women. Consult physician if taking medication (especially antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and antidiabetic drugs), have a medical condition (especially asthma or renal disease) or are planning to have surgery. This product should be avoided by persons with glaucoma or herpes simplex unless otherwise prescribed by a physician. Do not use if you have had a myocardial infarction or have established coronary artery disease. Keep out of reach of children.

Questions and answers

How much liquid should accompany the capsules?

NOW specifies at least eight ounces of water or juice with the dose.

When are the capsules taken?

The directions specify two capsules twice daily as needed, between meals or at bedtime.