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Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vitamin World

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Tablet Or Pill Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg 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

Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg is a dietary supplement by Vitamin World with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for preventing or treating copper deficiency, supporting red blood cell formation, bone and connective tissue health.Based on those ingredients, 31 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Copper. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World

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 supplement contains one active ingredient: chelated copper at 2 mg per tablet. Chelation means the copper is bound to amino acids, which is thought to help your body absorb it better.

The tablet also holds inactive ingredients—dicalcium phosphate, vegetable cellulose, calcium silicate, silica, and vegetable magnesium stearate—which are fillers and binders that hold the tablet together.

Does it work?

Strong 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
Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Assists iron in the release of energy.
  • We looked for evidence on: Copper deficiency, Energy metabolism, Iron metabolism, Fatigue.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Copper is rated "Likely Effective" for Copper deficiency (Natural Medicines).

Copper supplementation is likely effective for treating copper deficiency, where your body isn't getting enough from food or has trouble absorbing it. For Alzheimer disease, the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.

The data we hold doesn't establish enough evidence to rate it for acne, chemotherapy-induced anemia, or brain tumors.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Copper

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.

Copper in food amounts and standard supplements is well tolerated. However, excess copper can be toxic, so stick to recommended doses and don't take high-dose copper supplements without your doctor's say-so.

Copper is needed during pregnancy, but stay within the recommended range—avoid high doses unless your doctor advises it. A very small number of people have developed contact dermatitis (skin irritation) from copper exposure, though this is rare with oral supplements.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Copper

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 — Copper.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 31 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 taking this copper supplement if you use penicillamine (a Moderate interaction—it can reduce how well penicillamine works in your body) or if you're on oral contraceptives (a Minor interaction—it may raise your copper levels). No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we hold data on.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This supplement makes sense if your doctor suspects you're low in copper and you can't get enough from food. If you take penicillamine or birth control pills, talk to your pharmacist before starting.

Check your exact medications against our tool below, and don't exceed the recommended dose without guidance.

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 26, 2011.

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 Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Vitamin World
Barcode (UPC) 074312713309
Net contents 100 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 26, 2011
DSLD ID 571
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years)
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
074312713309
IngredientAmount% DV
Copper2 mg100%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Calcium Silicate, Silica, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

©2008 Vitamin World, Inc.

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.

Formulation

DIRECTIONS: For adults, take one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal.

No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.

Vegetarian Dietary Supplement

Precautions

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use. Avoid this product if you have Wilson's disease. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

General Statements

Assists Iron in the Release of Energy*

Copper is an essential trace mineral that can be found in your bones, muscles, blood and brain. This important nutrient assists iron in the body’s process for releasing energy.* In addition, Copper is critical to many enzymes, especially enzymes associated with heart health.*

This product has been developed, manufactured and packaged by Vitamin World. Our world-class facilities allow us to control exactly what goes into each product. It is your assurance that you are getting the highest quality and freshest products. You have our guarantee!

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General

PROD. #1330 B17595 07E

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Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Copper

Interacts with
31 drugs
2 mg per serving

Copper is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for making red blood cells, supporting nerves and bones, and helping enzymes wor...

Copper monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Calcium Silicate, Silica, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World Drug Interactions

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31Drugs
1 Moderate 30 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Copper 31

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg interact with 31 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Copper

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg 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.

Copper2 drug types · 31 drugs

Penicillamine (Cuprimine, Depen)

Theoretically, taking copper with penicillamine might decrease the absorption of penicillamine; separate dosing by at least 2 hours.
Copper chelates penicillamine, which decreases its absorption and may reduce its clinical effects.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Contraceptive Drugs

Theoretically, taking copper with contraceptive drugs might increase the levels and toxic effects of copper.
A meta-analysis of clinical studies suggests that chronic use of oral contraceptives increases serum copper levels by a mean of 57 mcg/dL. In most people, this resulted in levels above the normal reference range for copper.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Copper full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg, from the product label.

Vitamin World

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Phone Number
1-800-228-4533
Web Address
www.vitaminworld.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World: Common Questions

Does Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg by Vitamin World interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg has a known interaction with 31 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg 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.
Does copper actually help with Alzheimer disease?
The evidence we have suggests it's probably not effective for that. Copper may be useful if you're deficient—meaning your body doesn't have enough—but there's no solid support for using it to prevent or treat Alzheimer disease.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Copper is needed during pregnancy, and recommended amounts are fine. Just avoid high-dose supplements unless your doctor advises it. If you're pregnant or planning to be, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether you need supplemental copper.
What are the side effects?
Most people tolerate standard copper supplements well. A very small number have reported contact dermatitis (skin irritation) from copper exposure. Excess copper can be toxic, so don't exceed the recommended dose without medical guidance.
I'm on birth control. Is this copper supplement safe?
Birth control can raise copper levels in your blood, and adding a copper supplement on top of that could push your levels higher than normal. It's a minor risk, but definitely run this by your pharmacist before you start.
What is 'chelated' copper?
Chelation means the copper is bound to amino acids, which may help your body absorb it better than plain copper. It's a common way to make mineral supplements easier for your gut to take up.

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The Full Monographs Behind Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Copper

Interacts with 31 drugs

Copper is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for making red blood cells, supporting nerves and bones, and helping enzymes work. Most people get enough copper from fo...

Read the full Copper monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Amino Acid Chelated Copper 2 mg'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 11 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.

Copper 11 references
  1. Murry JJ, Healy MD. Drug-mineral interactions: a new responsibility for the hospital dietician. J Am Diet Assoc 1991;91:66-73.
  2. Campbell IA, Elmes PC. Ethambutol and the eye: zinc and copper (letter). Lancet 1975;2:711. DOI
  3. Segal S, Kaminski S. Drug-nutrient interactions. American Druggist 1996 Jul;42-8.
  4. Kozak SF, Inderlied CB, Hsu HY, et al. The role of copper on ethambutol's antimicrobial action and implications for ethambutol-induced optic neuropathy. Diag Microbiol Infect Dis 1998;30:83-7. PubMed
  5. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  6. Cantilena LR, Klaassen CD. The effect of chelating agents on the excretion of endogenous metals. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 1982;63:344-50.
  7. Babic Z, Tariba B, Kovacic J, Pizent A, Varnai VM, Macan J. Relevance of serum copper elevation induced by oral contraceptives: a meta-analysis. Contraception. 2013 Jun;87(6):790-800. PubMed
  8. Qui Q, Zhang F, Zhu W, Wu J, Liang M. Copper in diabetes mellitus: a meta-analysis and systematic review of plasma and serum studies. Biol Trace Elem Res 2017;177(1):53-63.
  9. Walker-Smith PK, Keith DJ, Kennedy CT, Sansom JE. Allergic contact dermatitis caused by copper. Contact Dermatitis 2016;75(3):186-7. PubMed
  10. Gallentine A. Third-degree burn on the neuropathic lower extremity in a patient with diabetes while wearing a copper-containing compression sock: a case report. Wound Manag Prev 2021;67(12):26-29. DOI
  11. Chung KJ, Chin YM, Wong MS, Sanmugam A, Singaravel S, Nah SA. Effectiveness of table salt versus copper sulphate in treating umbilical granuloma: A pilot randomized controlled trial. J Pediatr Surg 2022;57(2):261-265. PubMed

See these in context on the Copper monograph →

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