Can I take Citrulline with Rhodiola?

Understanding the interactions, benefits, and safety of combining these two powerful supplements.

Citrulline
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Rhodiola

Short answer

We found no documented interaction between Citrulline and Rhodiola in the sources below. That isn't proof the combination is right for you: check each one's cautions, and ask your pharmacist if you take medication.

Citrulline

What it is: An amino acid the body makes. The kidneys turn most of it into arginine, and then nitric oxide.

What the research says: Research on it as a performance supplement is limited and mixed.

Cautions

  • There isn't enough research to know whether it's safe; some people report stomach discomfort.

In Holitro: Citrulline (500 mg per capsule)

Source: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: Dietary Supplements for Exercise and Athletic Performance (updated March 2021)

Rhodiola

What it is: A plant from cold, high-altitude regions, sold for energy, stress, mood and focus.

What the research says: Not enough is known to say it helps with any health purpose.

Cautions

  • Possibly safe for up to 12 weeks; it can cause dizziness, headache, insomnia and dry mouth.
  • Little is known about use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Medicines to check

  • Losartan (a blood-pressure drug): interactions have been reported

In Holitro: Rhodiola (250 mg per capsule)

Source: NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Rhodiola: Usefulness and Safety (updated April 2025)

Check with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take medication.

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Educational information only, not medical advice. This reflects general ingredient overlap, not a personalized safety review. Always check with your doctor or pharmacist before combining supplements, especially if you take medication, are pregnant or nursing, or manage a health condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.

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