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Treatment with L-arginine or omeprazole reduced ethanol-induced gastric damage by lowering the ulcer index, increasing gastric pH, improving antioxidant status (decreased MDA, increased SOD and CAT), and modulating NO and iNOS levels. L-arginine showed protective effects comparable to those of omeprazole. This study shows that L-arginine can effectively reduce gastric mucosal injury caused by ethanol, achieving results comparable to those of omeprazole. The protective effects of L-arginine are likely due to its ability to enhance antioxidant defenses, regulate gastric acidity, and modulate nitric oxide pathways. 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