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Citrulline Unflavored Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by FINAFLEX

Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Citrulline Unflavored Powder is a dietary supplement by FINAFLEX with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for exercise performance, muscle soreness and fatigue, blood flow and circulation.Based on those ingredients, 178 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Citrulline Malate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: L-citrulline malate, an amino acid that your body converts to L-arginine, a compound involved in blood vessel function and blood flow. The powder also includes silica as an inactive ingredient to help with texture and flow.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: blood flow performance and lean muscle.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Physical performance, Muscle strength, Erectile dysfunction (ED), Cardiovascular disease (CVD), endothelial function — and 2 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: L-citrulline is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: L-citrulline is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cardiovascular disease (CVD), Erectile dysfunction (ED), Muscle strength, Physical performance.

L-citrulline is possibly effective for athletic performance, meaning some evidence suggests it may help, but more research is needed to be sure. For sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss), the evidence currently suggests it is possibly ineffective.

For heart disease, fatty liver disease, and dementia, we don't yet have enough reliable evidence to know whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient L-citrulline

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

L-citrulline is generally well tolerated in healthy adults, though long-term safety hasn't been fully studied. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal discomfort, heartburn, and stomach upset.

A small number of people with pulmonary hypertension reported cough when taking it. There isn't enough safety data for use during pregnancy, so it's best to avoid it then.

Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoid supplemental use during that time as well.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient L-citrulline

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — L-citrulline.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 178 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on any blood pressure medications (antihypertensives) or erectile dysfunction drugs (phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors like Viagra or Cialis). Both carry a Moderate risk of additive effects that could lower your blood pressure too much.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product may be worth considering if you're interested in athletic performance support and don't take blood pressure or erectile dysfunction medications. If you do take either of those drug types, check with your doctor or pharmacist first—the potential for added blood pressure effects is real.

Talk it over with your own healthcare provider before starting, especially if you have heart or blood pressure concerns.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 21, 2025.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Citrulline Unflavored Powder, straight from the product label.

Brand FINAFLEX
Barcode (UPC) 854397007490
Net contents 10.9 Ounce(s); 309 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 21, 2025
DSLD ID 333639
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2.1 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2.1 Gram(s)
Servings per container
150
UPC/BARCODE
854397007490
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Citrulline Malate2 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: Silica

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Label statements
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Formulation

Take it to the next level Blood flow Performance Lean mass

Unflavored powder

Formula

Premium L-Citrulline Malate 2:1 Powder Finaflex Citrulline is a premium muscular performance product designed to promote pump, performance, blood flow, and lean mass! Built with L-Citrulline Malate 2:1, Finaflex Citrulline supports nitric oxide production in the body, helping you power through workouts and reach your health and fitness goals!

Redefine yourself with Citrulline Premium L-Citrulline Malate 2:1

Brand IP Statement(s)

Finaflex Redefine yourself

General Statements

Find us online: Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube www.finaflex.com

Join the FinaFlex Family #Redefineyourself

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Allergen warning: Produced in a facility that processes milk, eggs, soybeans, wheat, shellfish, fish oil, tree nuts, sesame, and peanuts.

Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Intended for healthy adults over 18.

Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Consult a doctor or medical authority before use if you have a medical condition, a family history of health problems, or if you take other medicines or supplements.

Do not exceed serving size. Stop use if you have a bad reaction. Stop use after 8 weeks. Stop use 2 weeks before surgery. Consumer accepts all liability if used inconsistent with label.

Do not discard desiccant. California Prop 65 Warning: Lead and Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Seals/Symbols

GMP Certified Certified Good Manufacturing Practice U.S.A. Made Domestic & Imported Material FDA Registered Facility

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 1 As a dietary supplement mix 1 serving (1 scoop) of Citrulline with 4-12 fl oz of water or other beverage. Use Citrulline 1-4 times daily to promote pump, performance, blood flow, and lean muscle!

Storage

Sold by weight, not volume. Store under cool, dry conditions, ideally 50-80 degrees F.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size2.1 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container150 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Citrulline Malate

Interacts with
178 drugs
2 Gram(s) per serving

L-citrulline is an amino acid that the body turns into L-arginine to help make nitric oxide, which relaxes blood vessels and may improve blood flow. I...

L-Citrulline Malate monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX Drug Interactions

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178Drugs
178 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Citrulline Unflavored Powder with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

L-Citrulline Malate2 drug types · 178 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, concomitant use of L-citrulline with antihypertensive drugs might have additive effects and increase the chance of hypotension.
L-citrulline is converted to L-arginine, which can increase nitric oxide and cause vasodilation. However, a meta-analysis of 5 small clinical studies suggests that taking L-citrulline 3-6 grams daily for 1-8 weeks does not lower blood pressure when compared with control.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors

Theoretically, concurrent use of phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE-5) inhibitors and L-citrulline might result in additive vasodilation.
L-citrulline is converted to L-arginine, which can increase nitric oxide and cause vasodilation. Theoretically, taking L-arginine with PDE-5 inhibitors might have additive vasodilatory and hypotensive effects. However, in studies evaluating the combined use of L-arginine and sildenafil for erectile dysfunction, hypotension was not reported.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Citrulline Unflavored Powder, from the product label.

FINAFLEX

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Name
FINAFLEX
Street Address
3615 Francis Cir Suite 100
City
Alpharetta
State
GA
ZipCode
30004
Phone Number
888.678.7629
Web Address
www.FINAFLEX.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX: Common Questions

Does Citrulline Unflavored Powder by FINAFLEX interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Citrulline Unflavored Powder has a known interaction with 178 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Citrulline Unflavored Powder contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data for either pregnancy or breastfeeding, so it's best to avoid it during both. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for your situation.
What are the common side effects?
Most people tolerate it well, but gastrointestinal discomfort, heartburn, and stomach upset have been reported. A small number of people with pulmonary hypertension reported cough.
Does it really improve athletic performance?
The evidence suggests it's possibly effective for athletic performance, meaning some studies show a benefit, but we'd need more research to say for certain.
What is L-citrulline malate and what does it do?
L-citrulline is an amino acid your body converts to L-arginine, which helps widen blood vessels and improve blood flow. That's why it's studied for athletic performance and heart health.
Is it safe to take long-term?
It's generally well tolerated in healthy adults, but long-term safety hasn't been fully studied, so talk with your doctor if you're thinking about using it regularly.

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The Full Monographs Behind Citrulline Unflavored Powder’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Citrulline Unflavored Powder's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 8 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

L-citrulline 8 references
  1. Cheng JW, Balwin SN. L-arginine in the management of cardiovascular diseases. Ann Pharmacother 2001;35:755-64. PubMed
  2. Schwedhelm E, Maas R, Freese R, et al. Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of oral L-citrulline and L-arginine: impact on nitric oxide metabolism. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2008;65:51-9. PubMed
  3. Romero MJ, Platt DH, Caldwell RB, Caldwell RW. Therapeutic use of citrulline in cardiovascular disease. Cardiovasc Drug Rev 2006;24:275-90. PubMed
  4. Balderas-Munoz K, Castillo-Martínez L, Orea-Tejeda A, et al. Improvement of ventricular function in systolic heart failure patients with oral L-citrulline supplementation. Cardiol J 2012;19:612-7. PubMed
  5. Sharif Kashani B, Tahmaseb Pour P, Malekmohammad M, et al. Oral l-citrulline malate in patients with idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension and Eisenmenger Syndrome: a clinical trial. J Cardiol 2014;64:231-5. PubMed
  6. Pérez-Guisado J, Jakeman PM. Citrulline malate enhances athletic anaerobic performance and relieves muscle soreness. J Strength Cond Res 2010;24:1215-22. PubMed
  7. Mirenayat MS, Moradi S, Mohammadi H, Rouhani MH. Effect of L-citrulline supplementation on blood pressure: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials. Curr Hypertens Rep. 2018;20(11):98. PubMed
  8. Xu Z, Liu C, Liu S, Zhou Z. Comparison of efficacy and safety of daily oral L-arginine and PDE5Is alone or combination in treating erectile dysfunction: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Andrologia. 2021:e14007. PubMed

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