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ABC White Pineapple Strawberry Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Core Nutritionals

ABC White Pineapple Strawberry label
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Powder Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking ABC White Pineapple Strawberry against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

ABC White Pineapple Strawberry is a dietary supplement by Core Nutritionals with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for muscle recovery and sports performance, gut health and 'leaky gut', recovery from severe illness or injury.Based on those ingredients, 50 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Glutamine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals

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 6 of its 6 active ingredients.
  • “Branched-Chain Amino Acids” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label doesn't break down how much of each component you get.

This powder contains 6 active ingredients aimed at athletic performance and recovery. L-glutamine supports muscle metabolism and tissue repair, while L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine are branched-chain amino acids that work together to fuel muscles during and after exercise.

Beta-alanine (branded as CarnoSyn) may help buffer muscle fatigue during intense activity, and citrulline malate supports blood flow and endurance. The inactive ingredients are citric acid, malic acid, natural and artificial flavors, sucralose, and acesulfame-K — standard ingredients in a powder mix.

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: muscle recovery and athletic performance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Exercise-induced muscle damage, Exercise-induced muscle breakdown, Physical performance, Postoperative recovery, Sarcopenia — and 3 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Postoperative recovery (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance, Physical performance.
  • Also on file: Glutamine is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Athletic performance.

L-glutamine is effective for sickle cell disease and possibly effective for muscle wasting related to HIV/AIDS, recovery after surgery, and trauma recovery. Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic and physical performance but has insufficient evidence for cognitive function, age-related cognitive decline, COPD, or menopausal symptoms.

We don't have effectiveness ratings for the other ingredients in this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine Beta-alanine

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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

L-glutamine is generally well tolerated in healthy adults. Common side effects include belching, bloating, flatulence, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, headache, and gastrointestinal pain — usually mild and dose-dependent.

People with kidney or liver disease should only use it under medical supervision. Beta-alanine commonly causes harmless tingling and flushing of the skin, usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes and lasting about an hour; this is dose-dependent and not dangerous.

For pregnancy, glutamine is rated likely safe, but beta-alanine should be avoided — not enough safety data exists to recommend it.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Glutamine Beta-alanine

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Glutamine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: seizure medications.
  • For scale: 50 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.

If you take anticonvulsant medications (seizure drugs), check with your pharmacist before starting this product — L-glutamine might theoretically reduce their effectiveness. We could not check L-leucine, L-isoleucine, L-valine, or citrulline malate for interactions, so mention those names to your pharmacist if you're on other medications and want to be sure.

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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.

This is a workout and recovery supplement built for athletes. If you don't take anticonvulsants, the interaction risk is low for ingredients we could check.

If you do take seizure medication, talk to your pharmacist or doctor first. Expect possible tingling and flushing from beta-alanine — that's normal and harmless.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 25, 2018.

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 ABC White Pineapple Strawberry, straight from the product label.

Brand Core Nutritionals
Barcode (UPC) 850757001283
Net contents 2.1875 lbs; 1 kg
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 25, 2018
DSLD ID 182834
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals, 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:
20 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
20 Gram(s)
Servings per container
50
UPC/BARCODE
850757001283
IngredientAmount% DV
L-Glutamine2.5 Gram(s)--
L-Leucine5 Gram(s)--
L-Isoleucine2.5 Gram(s)--
L-Valine2.5 Gram(s)--
CarnoSyn2.5 Gram(s)--
Citrulline Malate2.5 Gram(s)--
Branched-Chain Amino Acids0 NP--

Other ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavors, Malic Acid, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements

Making a great BCAA product may be complicated, and other companies may get it wrong, but Core Nutritionals makes a superior BCAA product elementary. Tested amino ratios. Proven formulas. No unnecessary fillers.

When combined with regular weight/resistance training and a healthy, balanced diet.

Superior recovery and endurance

Naturally & artificially flavored

Manufactured in a U.S. cGMP facility.

Formula

A: Aminos in the only clinically-verified and tested BCAA (branched chain amino acid) ratio of 2:1:1 to support endurance, recovery, and the building of lean muscle.

B: Beta-Alanine as CarnoSyn, the only patented brand of beta-alanine. CarnoSyn has been shown to increase muscle strength and performance, increase endurance, and decrease muscular fatigue.

C: Citrulline malate, at a clinical serving size, that may help to increase NO (nitric oxide) synthesis and ATP production.

Amino acids. Beta-Alanine. Citrulline Malate

100 scoops BCAAS

Precautions

Warning: This product is only intended for use in healthy adults 18 years of age or older.

Pregnant or nursing women should not use this product. Consult your healthcare provider before using this product, especially if you are taking any prescription, over the counter medication, dietary supplement product, or if you have any pre-existing medical condition including but not limited to: high or low blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmia, stroke, heart, liver, kidney or thyroid disease, seizure disorder, psychiatric disease, diabetes, difficulty urinating due to prostate enlargement or if you are taking a MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor) or any other medication.

Immediately discontinue use and consult your health care professional if you experience adverse reaction to this product. Do not exceed recommended serving. Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Mix 2 scoops in 16-32 ounces of water and shake well. Adjust water level according to taste. Consume immediately before and during training. Additional servings can be taken throughout the day to maximize effectiveness.

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.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Crush It

CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer

Natural Alternatives International (NAI) is the owner of patents as listed on www.carnosyn.com and registered trademark CarnoSyn.

Storage

Protect from heat, light and moisture Store at 10-25(0)C (50-77(0)F)

Formulation

No fillers No sugars No artificial colors No calories Caffeine free Gluten free

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals label

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ABC White Pineapple Strawberry label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals

These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size20 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container50 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

L-Glutamine

Interacts with
50 drugs
2.5 Gram(s) per serving

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle c...

L-Glutamine monograph & interactions

CarnoSyn

No known
interactions
2.5 Gram(s) per serving Form: Beta-Alanine

Beta-alanine is an amino acid taken mostly by athletes to raise muscle carnosine, which may help buffer acid and reduce fatigue during short, high-int...

CarnoSyn monograph & interactions

Citrulline Malate

2.5 Gram(s) per serving

Branched-Chain Amino Acids

0 NP per serving
  • › L-Leucine
  • › L-Isoleucine
  • › L-Valine

Other (inactive) ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavors, Malic Acid, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

L-Glutamine 50

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in ABC White Pineapple Strawberry interact with 50 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 6 ingredients in ABC White Pineapple Strawberry interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L-Glutamine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in ABC White Pineapple Strawberry 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-Glutamine1 drug type · 50 drugs

Anticonvulsants

Theoretically, glutamine might antagonize the effects of anticonvulsant medications.
Glutamine is metabolized to the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate. Glutamate might have antagonistic effects with anticonvulsant drugs. However, this interaction has not yet been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
L-Glutamine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for ABC White Pineapple Strawberry, from the product label.

Core Nutritionals

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Name
Core Nutritionals, LLC
City
Arlington
State
Virginia
ZipCode
22203
Phone Number
(888) 978-2332
Web Address
www.CoreNutritionals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals: Common Questions

Does ABC White Pineapple Strawberry by Core Nutritionals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, ABC White Pineapple Strawberry has a known interaction with 50 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
ABC White Pineapple Strawberry contains 6 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 this cause tingling or flushing?
Yes, possibly. Beta-alanine in this product commonly causes pins-and-needles tingling and skin flushing, usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes and lasting about an hour. It's harmless and dose-dependent — lower doses cause milder effects or none at all.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
L-glutamine in this product is rated likely safe in pregnancy. Beta-alanine, though, doesn't have enough safety data — you should avoid it unless your doctor says otherwise. Talk to your OB or pharmacist about whether this powder is right for you.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
L-glutamine has little safety information for breastfeeding, so avoid supplement doses unless your clinician recommends it. Beta-alanine also lacks enough data and should be avoided. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before using this product if you're nursing.
Can I take this if I have kidney or liver disease?
L-glutamine requires medical supervision if you have kidney or liver disease. Talk to your doctor before using this product.
What are the main side effects?
L-glutamine may cause belching, bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, headache, or stomach pain — usually mild. Beta-alanine causes tingling and flushing, which is harmless. Both are generally well tolerated in healthy people.
What's this supplement actually for?
L-glutamine supports muscle recovery and is proven effective for sickle cell disease and possibly helpful for muscle wasting, post-surgery recovery, and trauma. Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic and physical performance. The amino acids together fuel muscles during and after exercise.

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The Full Monographs Behind ABC White Pineapple Strawberry’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Glutamine

Interacts with 50 drugs

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is usually made in your muscles. A prescription form is FDA-approved to help reduce sickle cell disease complications, but for most...

Read the full Glutamine monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Beta-alanine

Beta-alanine is an amino acid taken mostly by athletes to raise muscle carnosine, which may help buffer acid and reduce fatigue during short, high-intensity exercise. The evidence is moderat...

Read the full Beta-alanine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

ABC White Pineapple Strawberry'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 24 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.

Glutamine 11 references
  1. Miller AL. Therapeutic considerations of L-glutamine: a review of the literature. Altern Med Rev 1999;4:239-48..
  2. Bozzetti F, Biganzoli L, Gavazzi C, et al. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy: a double-blind randomized study. Nutrition 1997;13:748-51.. PubMed
  3. Mebane AH. L-Glutamine and mania. Am J Psychiatry 984;141:1302-3.
  4. Meldrum BS. Glutamate as a neurotransmitter in the brain: review of physiology and pathology. J Nutr 2000;130:1007S-15S.. PubMed
  5. Garlick PJ. Assessment of the safety of glutamine and other amino acids. J Nutr 2001;131:2556S-61S.. PubMed
  6. Chapman AG. Glutamate and epilepsy. J Nutr 2000;130:1043S-5S.. PubMed
  7. Ziegler TR. Glutamine supplementation in cancer patients receiving bone marrow transplantation and high dose chemotherapy. J Nutr 2001;131:2578S-84S.. PubMed
  8. Laviano A, Molfino A, Lacaria MT, Canelli A, De Leo S, Preziosa I, Rossi Fanelli F. Glutamine supplementation favors weight loss in nondieting obese female patients. A pilot study. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2014 Nov;68(11):1264-6. PubMed
  9. Endari (l-glutamine) [package insert]. Torrance, CA: Emmaus Medical,Inc; 2017.
  10. Niihara Y, Miller ST, Kanter J, et al. A Phase 3 Trial of l-Glutamine in Sickle Cell Disease. N Engl J Med 2018;379(3):226-35. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1715971.
  11. Ogden HB, Child RB, Fallowfield JL, et al. Gastrointestinal Tolerance of Low, Medium and High Dose Acute Oral l-Glutamine Supplementation in Healthy Adults: A Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2020;12(10):2953. PubMed

See these in context on the Glutamine monograph →

Beta-alanine 13 references
  1. Harris RC, Tallon MJ, Dunnett M, et al. The absorption of orally supplied beta-alanine and its effect on muscle carnosine synthesis in human vastus lateralis. Amino Acids 2006;30:279-89.
  2. Hill CA, Harris RC, Kim HJ, et al. Influence of beta-alanine supplementation on skeletal muscle carnosine concentrations and high intensity cycling capacity. Amino Acids 2007;32:225-33.
  3. Bellinger PM, Minahan CL. The effect of ß-alanine supplementation on cycling time trials of different length. Eur J Sport Sci 2016;16(7):829-36.
  4. Chung W, Shaw G, Anderson ME, et al. Effect of 10 week beta-alanine supplementation on competition and training performance in elite swimmers. Nutrients 2012;4(10):1441-53. PubMed
  5. Glenn JM, Gray M, Stewart R, et al. Incremental effects of 28 days of beta-alanine supplementation on high-intensity cycling performance and blood lactate in masters female cyclists. Amino Acids 2015;47(12):2593-600. PubMed
  6. Gross M, Bieri K, Hoppeler H, Norman B, Vogt M. Beta-alanine supplementation improves jumping power and affects severe-intensity performance in professional alpine skiers. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab 2014;24(6):665-73. PubMed
  7. Howe ST, Bellinger PM, Driller MW, Shing CM, Fell JW. The effect of beta-alanine supplementation on isokinetic force and cycling performance in highly trained cyclists. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab 2013;23(6):562-70. PubMed
  8. Sweeney KM, Wright GA, Glenn Brice A, Doberstein ST. The effect of beta-alanine supplementation on power performance during repeated sprint activity. J Strength Cond Res 2010;24(1):79-87.
  9. Décombaz J, Beaumont M, Vuichoud J, Bouisset F, Stellingwerff T. Effect of slow-release ß-alanine tablets on absorption kinetics and paresthesia. Amino Acids 2012;43(1):67-76. Erratum in: Amino Acids 2013;45(4):1015.
  10. Stellingwerff T, Anwander H, Egger A, et al. Effect of two ß-alanine dosing protocols on muscle carnosine synthesis and washout. Amino Acids 2012;42(6):2461-72. PubMed
  11. da Silva RP, de Oliveira LF, Saunders B, et al. Effects of ß-alanine and sodium bicarbonate supplementation on the estimated energy system contribution during high-intensity intermittent exercise. Amino Acids. 2019;51(1):83-96. PubMed
  12. Varanoske AN, Hoffman JR, Church DD, et al. Comparison of sustained-release and rapid-release ß-alanine formulations on changes in skeletal muscle carnosine and histidine content and isometric performance following a muscle-damaging protocol. Amino Acids. PubMed
  13. Perim P, Gobbi N, Duarte B, et al. Beta-alanine did not improve high-intensity performance throughout simulated road cycling. Eur J Sport Sci 2021. PubMed

See these in context on the Beta-alanine monograph →

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