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Dietary supplement

100% Pure L-Histidine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutraBio

Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

100% Pure L-Histidine is a dietary supplement by NutraBio with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin conditions like eczema, anemia related to kidney disease, allergy and inflammation support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of 100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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-histidine hydrochloride, an amino acid your body uses for various functions including immune response and stomach acid regulation. There are no inactive fillers — it's the amino acid and nothing else.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Histidine's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Histidine for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Cholera — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

L-histidine appears possibly effective for cholera according to the data we hold. For atopic dermatitis (eczema), rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney failure, the evidence is insufficient — we simply don't have enough reliable research to say whether it works.

If you're considering it for one of those conditions, talk with your doctor about what the broader clinical picture shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Histidine

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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-histidine from food sources is likely safe, but supplement doses — especially the concentrated amounts in a powder — haven't been well studied. The safety notes caution that we don't have solid data on higher doses, so it's best taken only if your doctor or pharmacist advises it.

L-histidine is likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, though supplement-dose safety in those states hasn't been formally established.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Histidine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we checked. That's not a guarantee none exist, so run your exact medications through the checker below if you want extra peace of mind.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

This is a straightforward single-ingredient amino acid powder with no documented drug interactions. It's best suited for people whose doctor has recommended L-histidine supplementation for a specific reason.

Because higher supplement doses haven't been thoroughly studied, check with your pharmacist or doctor first — especially if you have kidney problems.

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 Oct 22, 2015.

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 100% Pure L-Histidine, straight from the product label.

Brand NutraBio
Barcode (UPC) 649908242213
Net contents 500 Gram(s); 1.1 lbs
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 22, 2015
DSLD ID 51065
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, No Allergies, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for 100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio, 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:
0.5 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Gram(s)
Servings per container
1000
UPC/BARCODE
649908242213
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Histidine Hydrochloride500 mg--

Other ingredients: Absolutely None

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

1-2 servings Mixed with 8-16 oz. Favorite Beverage 1-2x daily between meals Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 servings up to two times daily between meals, or as directed by your physician.

Formula

ALLERGEN FREE

Kosher, Hypoallergenic, Non-GMO, Gluten Free and BSE/TSE Free.

Kosher, Hypoallergenic, Non-GMO, Gluten Free and BSE/TSE Free.

Formulation

ALLERGEN FREE ~ NON-GMO ~ GLUTEN FREE ~ BSE/TSE FREE

ZERO Fillers or Excipients Inferior ingredients Banned substances Added sugars Proprietary Blends Hidden ingredients

No fillers No excipients No additives

Free of Harmful Impurities.

Kosher, Hypoallergenic, Non-GMO, Gluten Free and BSE/TSE Free. No added sugars, salt, preservatives, salicylates, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.

Precautions

Warning: NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.

If you are pregnant, breast feeding, have known medical conditions (including kidney or liver disease) or are taking prescription or OTC medication(s) consult with your health care practitioner before using this product.

There are no reported side effects with L-Histidine, but overly high levels of it may lead to stress and mental disorders such as anxiety. People with schizophrenia have been found to have high levels of L-Histidine.

People suffering from schizophrenia or bipolar (manic) depression should not take an L-Histidine supplement without the approval of their medical professional.

General Statements

Manufactured in a GMP & FDA inspected facility

Made in a GMP & FDA inspected facility

Free Form Amino Acid

Pharmaceutical Grade. HPLC Lab Tested for Potency.

Powder

1000 servings

SERVING SCOOP INCLUDED (MAY SETTLE TO THE BOTTOM DURING SHIPPING.)

Since 1996

Quality and purity since 1996. NutraBio manufactures in our own FDA registered & inspected GMP facility complying with FDA 21 CFR Part 111 regulations.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Amino Therapy

Seals/Symbols

TRUE LABEL FULL LABEL DISCLOSURE

OU

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

STORE IN A COOL DRY PLACE.

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.

General

24221-007 B20213-002

See for yourself

100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in 100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio

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

Serving size0.5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container1000 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Histidine Hydrochloride

No known
interactions
500 mg per serving

Histidine is an essential amino acid your body needs to build proteins and to make compounds like histamine and carnosine. Most people get enough from...

L-Histidine Hydrochloride monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Absolutely None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in 100% Pure L-Histidine. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for 100% Pure L-Histidine, from the product label.

NutraBio

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Name
NutraBio Labs, Inc.
Street Address
564 Lincoln Blvd.
City
Middlesex
State
NJ
ZipCode
08846
Phone Number
732-748-8606
Web Address
www.nutrabio.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio: Common Questions

Does 100% Pure L-Histidine by NutraBio interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in 100% Pure L-Histidine. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
100% Pure L-Histidine 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.
Will L-histidine interact with my medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for L-histidine. That said, amino acids can behave differently at supplement doses than at food levels, so it's always worth mentioning any new supplement to your pharmacist — especially if you take medications for kidney, stomach, or immune conditions.
Is this safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
L-histidine is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That's based on dietary amounts, though, and supplement-dose safety in those states hasn't been formally studied. Talk with your doctor or midwife for personalized advice.
Does L-histidine actually work?
It's possibly effective for cholera. For eczema, rheumatoid arthritis, and kidney failure, the evidence is too thin to say one way or another. If you're taking it for one of those conditions, your doctor can discuss whether the research supports its use.
What does L-histidine do in your body?
L-histidine is an amino acid your body uses for immune function, stomach acid production, and other roles. Your body can make some, but dietary sources and supplements add to your supply.
Why does the label warn about supplement doses?
Supplement doses — especially concentrated powders — are much higher than what you'd get from food, and that level of intake hasn't been thoroughly tested for safety. The caution is just honesty: we don't have the full picture yet.

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The Full Monographs Behind 100% Pure L-Histidine’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

100% Pure L-Histidine'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 3 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.

Histidine 3 references
  1. Histidine — MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) Source
  2. Amino Acids — MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine) Source
  3. Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Source

See these in context on the Histidine monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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