BA Endurance Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Labrada
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking BA Endurance 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
BA Endurance is a dietary supplement by Labrada with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for athletic performance and endurance, high-intensity exercise capacity, reducing muscle fatigue.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of BA Endurance by Labrada
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
BA Endurance contains one active ingredient: beta-alanine (CarnoSyn). Beta-alanine is an amino acid your body uses to build carnosine, a compound involved in muscle function and endurance.
The capsules also contain gelatin and magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance — the evidence suggests it may help, but more research would strengthen that claim. For age-related cognitive decline, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cognitive function, and menopausal symptoms, the evidence isn't established in the data we hold, so we can't rate whether it works for those uses.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Beta-alanine is generally well tolerated in healthy adults. The most common side effect is a harmless tingling sensation (paresthesia), usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes of taking a dose and spreading across the body for about an hour.
This tingling is dose-dependent — milder at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones. The product has not been studied for long-term use at high doses.
Because there isn't enough safety information, the data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in those situations.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the beta-alanine in this product. That said, run your exact medications through the checker on this page and confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
BA Endurance may be worth considering if you're looking to support athletic or physical performance, though the evidence is modest. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
The tingling sensation is harmless but worth expecting if you take it.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2016.
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 BA Endurance, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Labrada |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 710779100053 |
| Net contents | 120 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 62379 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for BA Endurance by Labrada, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| CarnoSyn | 1600 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
Carnosine delays muscle fatigue through its buffering action on acid build-up in muscles. This increases your endurance and ability to work out longer.*
Increase muscular endurance and stamina* Workout longer* Increase total workout performance* Works fast!*
Boost Muscle Endurance* Workout Longer*
MADE IN U.S.A.
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)
LEE LABRADA'S QUALITY GUARANTEE: "If it's on the label, it's in the bottle!"
Licensed under one or more of U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,965,596, 6,426,361 7,504,376 and 8,067,381, each of which is owned by Natural Alternatives International, Inc. (NAI), NAI is also the owner of the registered trademark CarnoSyn
2015 LBN, Inc.
Formula
100% Beta-Alanine
CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer
BA Endurance is 100% pure grade beta-alanine. BA Endurance combines with histidine (another amino acid) in the muscle tissue to increase muscle carnosine stores.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Take 2 capsules with an 8 oz. glass of water 3 times daily. On workout days, take 2 capsules approximately 30 minutes before you workout.
Precautions
Note: Tingling of the skin, due to nerve stimulation, may occur in first times users. This is harmless and will stop with continued use.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Protect from heat, light, and moisture.
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BA Endurance by Labrada label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in BA Endurance by Labrada
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
CarnoSyn
No knowninteractions
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 & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
BA Endurance by Labrada Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in BA Endurance. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for BA Endurance, from the product label.
Labrada
See all Labrada products- Name
- Labrada Nutrition
- Street Address
- 333 Northpark Central Dr.
- City
- Houston
- State
- TX
- ZipCode
- USA
- Phone Number
- 1.800.832.9948
- Web Address
- www.labrada.com
BA Endurance by Labrada: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind BA Endurance’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
BA Endurance'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 13 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.
Beta-alanine 13 references
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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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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