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Dietary supplement

L-Tyrosine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutraBio

Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

L-Tyrosine is a dietary supplement by NutraBio with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for mental focus and alertness, coping with stress, fatigue and sleep loss.Based on those ingredients, 21 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Tyrosine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of L-Tyrosine 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.

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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 is a straightforward single-ingredient product: L-tyrosine is an amino acid your body uses to make neurotransmitters and thyroid hormones. It's the active ingredient in the powder form you're getting here, with no added fillers or other inactive ingredients.

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: Mental focus, alertness, stress support, and mood.
  • We looked for evidence on: Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Cognitive function, Fatigue, Memory, Stress, Sleep deprivation — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Tyrosine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Cognitive function (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Tyrosine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Memory.
  • Also on file: Tyrosine is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance.

L-tyrosine is effective for phenylketonuria (PKU), a genetic condition. For cognitive function and memory, the evidence suggests it's possibly effective — meaning there's some support, but it's not ironclad.

For athletic performance, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective. For alcohol use disorder and dementia, we don't yet have enough reliable evidence to say whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Tyrosine

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.

Orally, L-tyrosine is generally well tolerated in healthy adults. The most common side effects reported in studies are fatigue, headache, heartburn, and nausea.

No serious adverse effects have been documented, though a thorough safety evaluation hasn't been completed. Larger doses can worsen these effects, but lowering the dose usually helps.

Before starting regular use, talk to a healthcare provider. There isn't enough safety data during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — if you're pregnant or nursing, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether this supplement is right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Tyrosine

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 — Tyrosine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: Parkinson's medications.
  • For scale: 21 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.

Check with your pharmacist before starting if you take levodopa (a Parkinson's medication) or thyroid hormone medications. Both can interact with tyrosine in ways that affect how well the medications work.

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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.

L-tyrosine is a simple, well-tolerated amino acid supplement that may help with cognitive function and memory. If you take levodopa for Parkinson's or thyroid hormone medications, check with your pharmacist first — timing and monitoring matter.

Talk to your healthcare provider before you start regular use, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any chronic health conditions.

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 23, 2024.

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 L-Tyrosine, straight from the product label.

Brand NutraBio
Barcode (UPC) 649908232900
Net contents 5.3 Ounce(s); 150 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 309340
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for L-Tyrosine 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
Servings per container
300
UPC/BARCODE
649908232900
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Tyrosine500 mg--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 or 2 scoop(s) mixed into your favorite beverage on an empty stomach, or as directed by your physician.

Formulation

This may clump during storage which will not effect the quality.

Vegetarian

Gluten free Non-GMO Lactose free No excipients, no fillers, no artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, sodium free, no sugar.

Manufactured in our GMP & FDA inspected facility FDA registration: 16906175560

HPLC lab tested for potency

Free of harmful impurities

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 OTC medication(s) consult with your health care practitioner before using this product. Do not take in conjunction with MAO inhibitor drugs. Not for use by persons with a history of malignant melanoma or if bipolar, pregnant, suspect pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or lactating.

Tyrosine should not be taken by those with conditions associated with increased dopamine levels such as mania and schizophrenia. This supplement may increase sensitivity to the effect of CNS stimulants. Caution is advised when taking tyrosine along with stimulants and dosages should be lowered accordingly. Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Brand IP Statement(s)

NutraBio Since 1996

Seals/Symbols

Made In USA with Ingredients Sourced Worldwide

OU (Kosher)

Formula

Pure grade amino acid

OU (Kosher)

FDA Statement of Identity

Amino Acid Supplement

Storage

This product is sold by weight, not volume. Some settling of contents may have occurred. Store in a cool dry place.

General Statements

Serving scoop included. Product filled to this level

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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L-Tyrosine by NutraBio label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in L-Tyrosine by NutraBio

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container300 Amounts shown are per serving.

L-Tyrosine

Interacts with
21 drugs
500 mg per serving

L-tyrosine is an amino acid your body uses to make brain chemicals like dopamine and norepinephrine. Some studies suggest it may help mental performan...

L-Tyrosine monograph & interactions
Interaction report

L-Tyrosine by NutraBio Drug Interactions

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21Drugs
21 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in L-Tyrosine 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-Tyrosine2 drug types · 21 drugs

Levodopa

Theoretically, tyrosine might decrease the effectiveness of levodopa.
Tyrosine and levodopa compete for absorption in the proximal duodenum by the large neutral amino acid (LNAA) transport system. Advise patients to separate doses of tyrosine and levodopa by at least 2 hours.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Thyroid Hormone

Theoretically, tyrosine might have additive effects with thyroid hormone medications.
Tyrosine is a precursor to thyroxine and might increase levels of thyroid hormones.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for L-Tyrosine, 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

L-Tyrosine by NutraBio: Common Questions

Does L-Tyrosine by NutraBio interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, L-Tyrosine has a known interaction with 21 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
L-Tyrosine 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.
What is L-tyrosine used for?
L-tyrosine is an amino acid your body uses to make neurotransmitters and thyroid hormones. It's proven effective for phenylketonuria (PKU) and possibly effective for cognitive function and memory. The research is less clear for athletic performance, alcohol use disorder, and dementia.
What are the most common side effects?
Fatigue, headache, heartburn, and nausea are the most common side effects people report when taking L-tyrosine. Larger doses make these more likely, but they usually improve when you lower the dose.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety data on L-tyrosine during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in these situations — they can weigh the pros and cons for your specific case.
How is this different from other tyrosine supplements?
This NutraBio product is a pure powder with no added fillers or inactive ingredients — just L-tyrosine. The difference between brands usually comes down to sourcing, quality testing, and form (powder versus capsule or tablet).
Should I be concerned about taking this long-term?
A thorough safety evaluation of long-term use hasn't been completed, so caution is advised with regular supplementation. Before making it a habit, talk to a healthcare provider about whether it's appropriate for you.
Will this affect my thyroid or thyroid medication?
Tyrosine is a precursor to thyroid hormones, so taking it alongside thyroid medication might increase your thyroid hormone levels. If you take thyroid meds, check with your pharmacist before starting — they may need to monitor your levels.

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Sources & How We Checked

L-Tyrosine'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 4 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.

Tyrosine 4 references
  1. Meyer JS, Welch KM, Deshmukh VD, et al. Neurotransmitter precursor amino acids in the treatment of multi-infarct dementia and Alzheimer's disease. J Amer Geriat Soc 1977;25:289-98.
  2. DiPiro JT, Talbert RL, Yee GC, et al; eds. Pharmacotherapy: A pathophysiologic approach. 4th ed. Stamford, CT: Appleton & Lange, 1999.
  3. Wood DR, Reimherr FW, Wender PH. Amino acid precursors for the treatment of attention deficit disorder, residual type. Psychopharmacol Bull 1985;21:146-9.
  4. van Spronsen FJ, van Rijn M, Bekhof J. Phenylketonuria: tyrosine supplementation in phenylalanine-restricted diets. Am J Clin Nutr 2001;73:153-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Tyrosine 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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