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Can A Hypertensive Person Take Beta Alanine To Boost Endurance?

41, 5 10 , 188lbs, hypertension. I have controlled hypertension. Can I take beta alanine as a supplement to boost endurance and aerobic capacity or is this something that will raise blood pressure? It appears to have an anti-hypertensive effect. Just want to make sure though.
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Hi,

Beta alanine supplements are relatively safe drugs that are used by athletes and also in patients with muscle loss. You can take a good brand after consulting with your doctor. Beta alanine may reduce systolic blood pressure by few mm of Hg. Do not rely on this drug alone to reduce blood pressure which may not be possible. Kindly continue your anti-hypertensive drugs.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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Can A Hypertensive Person Take Beta Alanine To Boost Endurance?

Hi, Beta alanine supplements are relatively safe drugs that are used by athletes and also in patients with muscle loss. You can take a good brand after consulting with your doctor. Beta alanine may reduce systolic blood pressure by few mm of Hg. Do not rely on this drug alone to reduce blood pressure which may not be possible. Kindly continue your anti-hypertensive drugs. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician