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Agmatine 1 g Unflavored Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutricost

Powder Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Agmatine 1 g Unflavored is a dietary supplement by Nutricost with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for pre- and post-workout support, muscle pumps and exercise performance, cognitive support and mood.Based on those ingredients, 258 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Agmatine Sulfate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost

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: agmatine sulfate at 1 gram per serving. Agmatine is a compound derived from the amino acid arginine and is studied for potential effects on mood, nerve function, and athletic performance, though the evidence remains limited.

There are no other active ingredients.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Agmatine product and its label doesn't state a use — see Agmatine's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for agmatine isn't established yet for the conditions we have data on. It shows insufficient reliable evidence for alcohol use disorder, Alzheimer disease, anxiety, athletic performance, autism spectrum disorder, and bipolar disorder.

That means the studies so far are too small or too preliminary for us to say whether it works. If you're considering agmatine for one of these reasons, talk with your pharmacist or doctor about what the current research actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Agmatine

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.

Agmatine seems well tolerated when you take it short-term in typical doses. The most common side effects in clinical trials were diarrhea, indigestion (dyspepsia), and nausea — mild to moderate in most cases and usually resolved when people stopped taking it.

However, we don't have much data on long-term safety in humans, so caution is warranted if you're thinking about using it regularly. Due to insufficient safety data, the facts advise against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this supplement.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Agmatine

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 — Agmatine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 258 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 any blood pressure medications (antihypertensives) you take — agmatine may add to their effect and lower your blood pressure too much. Also double-check diabetes medications (antidiabetes drugs) before starting, since agmatine may increase the risk of low blood sugar.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Agmatine may be worth considering if you're interested in its potential mood or nerve-support effects and have no blood pressure or diabetes medications to worry about. If you take any antihypertensives or diabetes drugs, you'll need to check them against the interaction tool first.

Long-term safety isn't well established, so discuss duration and purpose with your pharmacist.

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 Mar 22, 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 Agmatine 1 g Unflavored, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutricost
Barcode (UPC) 702669930987
Net contents 8.8 Ounce(s); 250 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 22, 2024
DSLD ID 308288
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost, 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:
1 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Gram(s)
Servings per container
250
UPC/BARCODE
702669930987
IngredientAmount% DV
Agmatine Sulfate1 Gram(s)--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, mix 1 scoop daily with 6-10 oz of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Formulation

Third party tested

Non-GMO Gluten free

Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients.

Non-GMO product

Precautions

Warning: For healthy individuals 18 years and older. Keep out of reach of children.

Consult a healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Nutricost Quality Guaranteed Third Party Tested GMP Compliant Facility

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.

Formula

Agmatine 1g per serving 250 g per container

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Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost

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

Serving size1 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Agmatine Sulfate

Interacts with
258 drugs
1 Gram(s) per serving

Agmatine is a compound your body makes from the amino acid arginine, and it is sold mainly as a workout and 'pump' supplement. Human evidence for most...

Agmatine Sulfate monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost Drug Interactions

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258Drugs
258 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Agmatine 1 g Unflavored 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.

Agmatine Sulfate2 drug types · 258 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, agmatine might increase the risk of hypoglycemia when taken with antidiabetes drugs.
Animal and in vitro research suggest that agmatine has mild hypoglycemic effects.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, agmatine might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that agmatine can modestly decrease heart rate and blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Agmatine 1 g Unflavored, from the product label.

Nutricost

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Name
Nutricost
Street Address
351 E 1750 N
City
Vineyard
State
UT
ZipCode
84059
Phone Number
(866) 438-3694
Web Address
www.nutricost.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost: Common Questions

Does Agmatine 1 g Unflavored by Nutricost interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Agmatine 1 g Unflavored has a known interaction with 258 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Agmatine 1 g Unflavored 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 agmatine, and what's it supposed to do?
Agmatine is a compound made from an amino acid called arginine. It's being studied for possible effects on mood, nerve function, and athletic performance, but the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say it definitely works for any of those. The research so far is too limited.
Could agmatine upset my stomach?
Yes — diarrhea, indigestion, and nausea are the most common side effects reported in studies. They're usually mild to moderate and typically went away when people stopped taking it. Most commonly, these showed up within a few days of starting.
Is it safe to take long-term?
We don't have much data on long-term use in humans. Short-term use appears well tolerated, but if you're thinking about taking it regularly for weeks or months, that's a good question for your pharmacist or doctor.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against it during pregnancy and while nursing. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're in either situation — they can give you personalized advice.
How much agmatine is in one serving?
One serving contains 1 gram of agmatine sulfate.

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The Full Monographs Behind Agmatine 1 g Unflavored’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Agmatine 1 g Unflavored'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.

Agmatine 3 references
  1. Piletz JE, Aricioglu F, Cheng JT, et al. Agmatine: clinical applications after 100 years in translation. Drug Discov Today 2013;18(17-18):880-93. PubMed
  2. Keynan O, Mirovsky Y, Dekel S, Gilad VH, Gilad GM. Safety and efficacy of dietary agmatine sulfate in lumbar disc-associated radiculopathy. An open-label, dose-escalating study followed by a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Pain Med 201 PubMed
  3. Shopsin B. The clinical antidepressant effect of exogenous agmatine is not reversed by parachlorophenylalanine: a pilot study. Acta Neuropsychiatr 2013;25(2):113-8. PubMed

See these in context on the Agmatine 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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