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Citrulline

Drug #857

Citrulline is amino acid. Citrulline is used as an alternative to arginine in the management of hyperammoninaemia.

Primary Characteristics

It is of Natural origin and belongs to Aminoacid.

It is classified in Anti-inflammatory pharmacological group.

Molecular Weight: 175.2 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Citrulline.

Molecular structure of Citrulline

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

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Indications

Citrulline is primarily indicated in conditions like Asthenia, Hepatic disease.

Contraindications

Dosage

Citrulline's dosage details are as follows:

DoseSingle DoseFrequencyRouteInstructions
Adult Dosage
5000 mg5000 mgEvery 8hPO
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
5000 mg/kg5000 mg/kgEvery 12hOral -
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Citrulline is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Transient gastric pain.

Warnings / Precautions

Citrulline maleate contains high quantities of sodium. It must be taken into account for patients with a salt free diet.

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Single Ingredient

Multi-Ingredient Combinations

Storage Conditions

Citrulline should be stored .

Drug Classification

  1. 1.17.9Cholagogues & hepatic preparations
  2. 2.27Vitamins, minerals, tonics, and other susbstances

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Citrulline in Pakistan: