Can You Take Aged Garlic Extract and L-Arginine Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Aged garlic extract lowers blood pressure via allicin metabolites while L-Arginine increases nitric oxide production. The combination may cause additive hypotension.

How to arrange timing

Monitor blood pressure when using together. Consider reducing doses if dizziness or lightheadedness occurs.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Ried K et al. Effect of garlic on blood pressure: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Cardiovasc Disord. 2008;8:13

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.