L-Citrulline

GPTKB entity

Statements (34)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf amino acid
gptkbp:appearance white crystalline powder
gptkbp:benefits supports cardiovascular health
reduces muscle soreness
enhances exercise performance
improves blood flow
may improve erectile function
gptkbp:chemicalFormula C6H13N3O3
gptkbp:composedOf produced from L-arginine
produced from citrulline malate
gptkbp:dissolved soluble in water
slightly soluble in ethanol
gptkbp:flavorProfile slightly sweet
gptkbp:hasFacilities 175.19 g/mol
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label L-Citrulline
gptkbp:isATypeOf 372-75-8
gptkbp:locatedIn watermelon
gptkbp:origin 2-amino-5-(carbamoylamino)pentanoic acid
gptkbp:participatesIn precursor to L-arginine
gptkbp:relatedPatent ammonia
urea
ornithine
L-arginine
citrulline malate
gptkbp:research studied for its effects on blood pressure
studied for its effects on cognitive function
studied for its effects on exercise recovery
studied for its effects on muscle metabolism
studied for its effects on nitric oxide production
gptkbp:sideEffect generally well tolerated
may cause gastrointestinal discomfort
gptkbp:storage store in a cool, dry place
gptkbp:suitableFor 6-8 grams per day
gptkbp:usedIn sports supplements