AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Purus Labs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon 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
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon is a dietary supplement by Purus Labs with 1 active ingredient.Based on those ingredients, 20 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
Check Your Meds Against AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs
Ask about any prescription or over-the-counter medication and we check it for interactions with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs — and tell you which ingredient is responsible.
AI summaries are generated from our interaction database for education only — always confirm with your pharmacist. How we use AI
Ask the Pharmacist
A licensed pharmacist will answer your question by email — free, usually within 24 hours.
Got it — thank you!
A licensed pharmacist will answer within 24 hours. Keep an eye on your email (worth checking spam, just in case).
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon is a powder with 7 ingredients, most of them branched-chain and essential amino acids.
The active amino acids are L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Histidine, L-Threonine, and L-Lysine. These are building blocks your body uses to build and repair muscle.
The product also contains inactive ingredients — citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, malic acid, sucralose, and silica — that add taste and texture.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for these individual amino acids is mixed. L-Phenylalanine is possibly effective for vitiligo but possibly ineffective for ADHD, and there isn't enough data to rate it for alcohol use disorder or multiple sclerosis.
L-Lysine is possibly effective for cold sores but lacks solid evidence for wound healing or child growth. L-Histidine has some evidence for cholera but insufficient data for eczema, kidney disease, or rheumatoid arthritis.
L-Threonine appears possibly ineffective for ALS and lacks reliable evidence for MS or spasticity. The effectiveness of L-Valine, L-Leucine, and L-Isoleucine for specific health conditions isn't established in the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
L-Phenylalanine is generally well tolerated at typical doses but should not be used by people with PKU (phenylketonuria). Common side effects include anxiety, constipation, headache, heartburn, insomnia, nausea, and sedation.
The safety data advises against supplement doses during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. L-Threonine from food is safe; supplements may cause headache or minor stomach upset including diarrhea, gas, or constipation.
Supplement use in pregnancy and breastfeeding hasn't been well studied. L-Lysine is generally well tolerated, though high amounts may upset your stomach; long-term safety isn't well studied.
There's limited safety data for pregnancy and breastfeeding. L-Histidine and the other amino acids lack established adverse effects in our data, but their safety at supplement doses hasn't been fully studied.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Before taking this product, double-check if you're on levodopa (Parkinson medication) — L-Phenylalanine can reduce how well it works. Also check for baclofen (muscle relaxer), MAOIs (older antidepressants), NMDA antagonists (certain neurological drugs), or 5-HT4 agonists (GI medications).
We couldn't verify interactions for L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, or L-Valine, so use the medication checker on this page to confirm your specific drugs.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is an amino acid blend most suited to people looking to support muscle. If you take levodopa, baclofen, an MAOI, or an NMDA antagonist, you need to check with your pharmacist before using it.
Anyone with PKU should avoid L-Phenylalanine. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should discuss this product with their doctor or pharmacist first, as safety data is limited for several ingredients.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 4 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 26, 2014.
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
General information
Key facts about AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Purus Labs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 855734002154 |
| Net contents | 219 Gram(s); 7.7 oz. |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 26, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 36800 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| L-Leucine | 2.1 Gram(s) | -- |
| L-Isoleucine | 480 mg | -- |
| L-Phenylalanine | 839 mg | -- |
| L-Valine | 600 mg | -- |
| L-Histidine | 480 mg | -- |
| L-Threonine | 600 mg | -- |
| L-Lysine | 719 mg | -- |
| AminOD EAA Repletion Matrix | 5.8 Gram(s) | -- |
| AminoBlast | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavor, Malic Acid, Sucralose, Silica
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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
SUBSTANTIATED EFFECTS The importance of amino acids, with regards to muscle protein synthesis, has long been accepted and validated; however, which exact amino acids at what specific ratios are the more important questions.
It even outperforms whole protein!
{chart} 36 PERCENT AMINOBLAST(R) L-LEUCINE 14 PERCENT L-PHENYLALANINE 12 PERCENT L-LYSINE 10 PERCENT L-VALINE 10 PERCENT L-THREONINE 8.5 PERCENT L-ISOLEUCINE 8.5 PERCENT L-HISTIDINE
ALL DAY ANABOLISM
ESSENTIAL AMINO ACID REPLETION DRINK PRE - INTRA - POST MPS ENHANCER
30 TRUE SERVINGS
NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR
MORE EFFECTIVE THAN PROTEIN LESS EXPENSIVE THAN PROTEIN LESS CALORIES THAN PROTEIN
NUTRITIONAL INFO
FOLLOW US FACEBOOK.COM/PURUSLABS TWITTER @PURUSLABS INSTAGRAM @PURUSLABS
PROUDLY MADE IN THE U.S.A.
Brand IP Statement(s)
We conducted a meta analysis on over 10 years of ergogenic amino acid research to bring you the most comprehensively anabolic amino acid composition available, AminOD(R), the industry's first muscle protein synthesis-stimulating essential amino acid matrix.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
AminOD(R) usage: As research provides evidence for effectively taking a serving of AminOD pre, intra and 1-2 hours post workout, mix one serving in 8 oz. cold water in any of the above instances to maximize muscle protein synthesis. For an anytime flavor splash, mix one serving in your water and enjoy as needed.
SIMPLIFIED USAGE 1 LEVEL SCOOP 8 OZ. WATER OR OTHER DRINK ALL DAY ANY DAY
Precautions
WARNING: AminOD(R) is intended only for healthy adults over the age of 18.
Do not use if you are currently pregnant or nursing, could be pregnant, or are attempting to become pregnant.
Consult a licensed healthcare practitioner before using this product. Discontinue use and contact a doctor immediately if you experience an irregular or rapid heart beat, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting or presyncope, tremors, headache, nausea, or other similar symptoms. If you are a performance athlete, please check with your sanctioning body prior to use to ensure compliance.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT WITH SEVEN ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size7.3 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
AminOD EAA Repletion Matrix
- › AminoBlast
Other (inactive) ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial flavor, Malic Acid, Sucralose, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
AminO.D.
Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs contains amino acids, and three of them have documented interactions with medications.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
L-Phenylalanine poses a major interaction with levodopa (a Parkinson medication). Phenylalanine competes with levodopa for transport into the brain, which can reduce levodopa's effectiveness and worsen tremor, rigidity, and symptom fluctuations in people with Parkinson disease.
It also moderately interacts with baclofen (a muscle relaxer) by reducing how much baclofen your intestines absorb, and theoretically with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs, older antidepressants) — though this risk is mainly theoretical, it could raise blood pressure.
L-Threonine has a major interaction with NMDA antagonists (a class of neurological medications). Threonine raises brain levels of glycine, which enhances NMDA receptor activity, potentially reducing the drug's intended effects.
L-Lysine carries a minor interaction with 5-HT4 agonists (medications used for certain gastrointestinal conditions). Animal data suggests lysine may reduce how these drugs work.
We couldn't check L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, or L-Valine — we hold no interaction data for them. Altogether, these interactions span 20 individual medications.
If you take any of these drug types, run your exact medications through the checker below before starting this product.
Check your own medications below · Editorial policy · How we use AI
Want to check YOUR meds against AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon?
Ask about interactions with your drugs in plain English — “Can I take it with lisinopril?” — and we find you the answer in seconds, ingredient by ingredient.
Go to the checkerIngredients driving the most interactions
Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon interact with 20 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
0 of the 1 ingredient in AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible.
Benserazide, LevodopaMadopar, Prolopa
How Benserazide, Levodopa interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineLevodopa Major
Interaction Summary
Phenylalanine, especially in high doses, can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Benserazide, Levodopa interactionCarbidopa, LevodopaDhivy, Rytary, Sinemet, Sinemet CR
How Carbidopa, Levodopa interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineLevodopa Major
Interaction Summary
Phenylalanine, especially in high doses, can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Carbidopa, Levodopa interactionCarbidopa, Levodopa, EntacaponeStalevo
How Carbidopa, Levodopa, Entacapone interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineLevodopa Major
Interaction Summary
Phenylalanine, especially in high doses, can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Carbidopa, Levodopa, Entacapone interactionLevodopaInbrija, Larodopa
How Levodopa interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineLevodopa Major
Interaction Summary
Phenylalanine, especially in high doses, can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Levodopa interactionLevodopa, CarbidopaDuodopa
How Levodopa, Carbidopa interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineLevodopa Major
Interaction Summary
Phenylalanine, especially in high doses, can reduce the effectiveness of levodopa.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Levodopa, Carbidopa interactionMemantineEbixa
How Memantine interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine interactionMemantine HydrochlorideNamenda
How Memantine Hydrochloride interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine Hydrochloride interactionMemantine, DonepezilNamzaric
How Memantine, Donepezil interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine, Donepezil interactionAmphetamineAdensys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Mydayis
How Amphetamine interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Amphetamine interactionBaclofenFleqsuvy, Lioresal, Lyvispah, Ozobax
How Baclofen interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineBaclofen Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant intake of phenylalanine may reduce the intestinal absorption of baclofen.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Baclofen interactionIsocarboxazidMarplan
How Isocarboxazid interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Isocarboxazid interactionLioresalLioresal Injection
How Lioresal interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineBaclofen Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant intake of phenylalanine may reduce the intestinal absorption of baclofen.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Lioresal interactionMoclobemideManerix, Moclobemide
How Moclobemide interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Moclobemide interactionOzanimod HydrochlorideZeposia
How Ozanimod Hydrochloride interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionPhenelzine SulfateNardil
How Phenelzine Sulfate interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Phenelzine Sulfate interactionRasagilineAzilect
How Rasagiline interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Rasagiline interactionSafinamide MesylateXadago
How Safinamide Mesylate interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Safinamide Mesylate interactionSelegilineCarbex, Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar
How Selegiline interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Selegiline interactionTranylcypromineParnate
How Tranylcypromine interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-phenylalanineMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, concomitant use of L-phenylalanine and non-selective MAOIs might increase the risk of hypertensive crisis.
Read the full L-phenylalanine + Tranylcypromine interactionTegaserodZelnorm
How Tegaserod interacts with AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-lysine5-ht4 Agonists Minor
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, lysine may reduce the effects of 5-HT4 agonists.
Read the full L-lysine + Tegaserod interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon 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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon, from the product label.
Purus Labs
See all Purus Labs products- Name
- Purus Labs(R)
- Street Address
- 11370 Pagemill Rd.
- City
- Dallas
- State
- TX
- Web Address
- www.puruslabs.net
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs: Common Questions
Does AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon by Purus Labs interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
Is this safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
What are the amino acids in this product actually for?
Are there fillers in this powder?
I have PKU. Can I take this?
What side effects might I experience?
Does this product have any interactions I should know about?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon is safe with your meds?
Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
Sources & How We Checked
AminO.D. Jolly Watermelon'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 37 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.
Phenylalanine 23 references
- Rouse B, Azen C, Koch R, et al. Maternal phenylketonuria collaborative Study (MPKUCS) offspring: facial anomalies, malformations, and early neurological sequelae. Am J Med Genet 1997;69:89-95. DOI
- Sturtevant FM. Use of aspartame in pregnancy. Int J Fertil 1985;30:85-7.
- Silkaitis RP, Mosnaim AD. Pathways linking L-phenylalanine and 2-phenylethylamine with p-tyramine in rabbit brain. Brain Res 1976;114:105-15.
- Lehmann WD, Theobald N, Fischer R, Heinrich HC. Stereospecificity of phenylalanine plasma kinetics and hydroxylation in man following oral application of a stable isotope-labelled pseudo-racemic mixture of L- and D-phenylalanine. Clin Chim Acta 1983;128 PubMed
- Mosnik DM, Spring B, Rogers K, Baruah S. Tardive dyskinesia exacerbated after ingestion of phenylalanine by schizophrenic patients. Neuropsychopharmacology 1997;16:136-46. PubMed
- Siddiqui AH, Stolk LM, Bhaggoe R, et al. L-phenylalanine and UVA irradiation in the treatment of vitiligo. Dermatology 1994;88:215-8. PubMed
- Birkmayer W, Riederer P, Linauer W, Knoll J. L-deprenyl plus L-phenylalanine in the treatment of depression. J Neural Transm 1984;59:81-7. PubMed
- Nutt JG, Woodward WR, Hammerstad JP, et al. The "on-off" phenomenon in Parkinson's disease. Relation to levodopa absorption and transport. N Engl J Med 1984;310:483-8. PubMed
- Baruzzi A, Contin M, Riva R, et al. Influence of meal ingestion time on pharmacokinetics of orally administered levodopa in parkinsonian patients. Clin Neuropharmacol 1987;10:527-37. PubMed
- Juncos JL, Fabbrini G, Mouradian MM, et al. Dietary influences on the antiparkinsonian response to levodopa. Arch Neurol 1987;44:1003-5. PubMed
- Eriksson T, Granerus AK, Linde A, et al. "On-off" phenomenon in Parkinson's disease: relationship between dopa and other large neutral amino acids in plasma. Neurology 1988;38:1245-8. PubMed
- Baker GB, Bornstein RA, Rouget AC, et al. Phenylethylaminergic mechanisms in attention-deficit disorder. Biol Psychiatry 1991;29:15-22.. PubMed
- Wood DR, Reimherr FW, Wender PH. Treatment of attention deficit disorder with DL-phenylalanine. Psychiatry Res 1985;16:21-6.. PubMed
- Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids (Macronutrients). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002. Available at: http://www.n
- Cederbaum S. Phenylketonuria: an update. Curr Opin Pediatr 2002;14:702-6. PubMed
- Cejudo-Ferragud, E., Nacher, A., Polache, A., Cercos-Fortea, T., Merino, M., and Casabo, V. G. Evidence of competitive inhibition for the intestinal absorption of baclofen by phenylalanine. Int J of Pharm (Amsterdam) 1996;132:63-69. DOI
- Fischer, E., Heller, B., Nachon, M., and Spatz, H. Therapy of depression by phenylalanine. Preliminary note. Arzneimittelforschung. 1975;25(1):132.
- Beckmann, H., Strauss, M. A., and Ludolph, E. Dl-phenylalanine in depressed patients: an open study. J.Neural Transm. 1977;41(2-3):123-134. PubMed
- Sabelli, H. C., Fawcett, J., Gusovsky, F., Javaid, J. I., Wynn, P., Edwards, J., Jeffriess, H., and Kravitz, H. Clinical studies on the phenylethylamine hypothesis of affective disorder: urine and blood phenylacetic acid and phenylalanine dietary supplem
- Cotzias, G. C., Van Woert, M. H., and Schiffer, L. M. Aromatic amino acids and modification of parkinsonism. N Engl.J Med 2-16-1967;276(7):374-379. PubMed
- Kravitz, H. M., Sabelli, H. C., and Fawcett, J. Dietary supplements of phenylalanine and other amino acid precursors of brain neuroamines in the treatment of depressive disorders. J Am Osteopath.Assoc 1984;84(1 Suppl):119-123. DOI
- Mann, J., Peselow, E. D., Snyderman, S., and Gershon, S. D-phenylalanine in endogenous depression. Am.J.Psychiatry 1980;137(12):1611-1612. PubMed
- Katoulis AC, Alevizou A, Bozi E, et al. A randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled study of a preparation containing undecylenoyl phenylalanine 2% in the treatment of solar lentigines. Clin Exp Dermatol 2010;35(5):473-6. PubMed
Histidine 3 references
Threonine 4 references
- Tandan R, Bromberg MB, Forshew D, et al. A controlled trial of amino acid therapy in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: I. Clinical, functional, and maximum isometric torque data. Neurology 1996;47:1220-6. PubMed
- Lee A, Patterson V. A double blind study of L-threonine in patients with spinal spasticity. Acta Neurol Scand 1993;88:334-8. PubMed
- Blin O, Pouget J, Aubrespy G, et al. A double-blind placebo controlled trial of L-threonine in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. J Neurol 1992;239:79-81.
- Roufs JB. L-threonine as a symptomatic treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Med Hypotheses 1991;34:20-3. PubMed
Lysine 7 references
- Thein DJ, Hurt WC. Lysine as a prophylactic agent in the treatment of recurrent herpes simplex labialis. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol 1984;58:659-66. PubMed
- McCune MA, Perry HO, Muller SA, O'Fallon WM. Treatment of recurrent herpes simplex infections with L-lysine monohydrochloride. Cutis 1984;34:366-73.
- DiGiovanna JJ, Blank H. Failure of lysine in frequently recurrent herpes simplex infection. Treatment and prophylaxis. Arch Dermatol 1984;120:48-51. DOI
- Milman N, Scheibel J, Jessen O. Lysine prophylaxis in recurrent herpes simplex labialis: a double-blind, controlled crossover study. Acta Derm Venereol 1980;60:85-7.
- Griffith RS, Walsh DE, Myrmel KH, et al. Success of L-lysine therapy in frequently recurrent herpes simplex infection. Treatment and prophylaxis. Dermatologica 1987;175:183-90. DOI
- Lo JC, Chertow GM, Rennke H, Seifter JL. Fanconi's syndrome and tubulointerstitial nephritis in association with L-lysine ingestion. Am J Kidney Dis 1996;28:614-7. PubMed
- Smriga M, Torii K. L-Lysine acts like a partial serotonin receptor 4 antagonist and inhibits serotonin-mediated intestinal pathologies and anxiety in rats. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2003 Dec 23;100(26):15370-5.
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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.
© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLC