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Beetroot Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by High Level

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Beetroot is a dietary supplement by High Level with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high blood pressure, exercise and athletic performance, heart and circulation support.Based on those ingredients, 861 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Beetroot, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beetroot by High Level

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 product contains one active ingredient: beetroot powder. Beetroot is the familiar root vegetable, concentrated into a powdered form and placed in a capsule.

It also contains inactive ingredients — cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, and magnesium stearate — which are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.

Does it work?

Moderate 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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Beet's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Beet for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Athletic performance — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Exercise-induced muscle soreness — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Beetroot has been studied for several uses with mixed results. It's rated Possibly Effective for athletic performance and for reducing exercise-induced muscle soreness.

For chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the evidence leans toward it being Possibly Ineffective. For dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol and triglycerides) and cognitive function, there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate either way — we simply don't know yet whether it helps.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beet

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.

Beet as a food is widely eaten and generally well tolerated by most adults. Concentrated supplements, though, don't have as much safety data behind them, so use some caution if you go that route.

Short-term use for medicinal purposes appears to be well tolerated overall. The most common side effect is harmless red discoloration of your stools and urine — don't be alarmed if that happens.

Rarely, beet supplements have been reported to cause black stools. In very large amounts, beet could theoretically cause low calcium (hypocalcemia) or kidney damage, but this is rare at typical supplement doses.

One case reported a patient on blood thinners (apixaban and clopidogrel) who developed black stools and nausea after taking beet pills; his doctors found the risk of serious bleeding was low, but the link was noted.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beet

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 — Beet.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 862 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.

Before you take this product, double-check any medication your liver processes — especially CYP3A4 substrates (Moderate severity), which could build up to higher levels. Also verify any blood pressure medications (Minor severity) and CYP1A2 substrates (Minor severity).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Beetroot is a reasonable choice if you're looking to support athletic performance or reduce muscle soreness after exercise and you don't take medications processed by your liver or blood pressure drugs. If you do take any prescriptions — especially ones your liver metabolizes — check them against this product's interaction list before you start.

Ask your pharmacist if you're unsure whether your medication falls into any of these categories.

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 Jun 22, 2023.

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 Beetroot, straight from the product label.

Brand High Level
Barcode (UPC) 684659970985
Net contents 60 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 22, 2023
DSLD ID 287455
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
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 Beetroot by High Level, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
684659970985
IngredientAmount% DV
Beetroot, Powder1300 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formulation

No soy Salt Yeast Gluten Animal products Preservatives

Gluten free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement take two (2) capsules once a day with food or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical conditions should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical conditions should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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

Seals/Symbols

Bottled in the USA GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Certified

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Beetroot by High Level label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beetroot by High Level

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 container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Beetroot, Powder

Interacts with
861 drugs
1300 mg per serving

Beet, especially beetroot juice, is a nitrate-rich food that may modestly lower blood pressure and slightly improve exercise performance in some peopl...

Beetroot, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Beetroot by High Level Drug Interactions

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861Drugs
643 Moderate 218 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Beetroot 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.

Beetroot, Powder3 drug types · 861 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might increase the levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that betanin, the major pigment in beet, competitively inhibits CYP3A4 in a dose-dependent manner similarly to strong CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Beet and beetroot contain nitrates, which can cause vasodilation, potentially leading to lower blood pressure. However, a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition using concentrated beetroot juice found no significant impact on blood pressure or heart rate in different age groups. Other small clinical studies suggest that while beet consumption might transiently lower blood pressure due to vessel dilation, there's no consistent evidence of a lasting effect. Overall, the theoretical risk of reduced blood pressure due to beet's nitrate content exists, but studies generally indicate a low and temporary impact rather than a sustained decrease.

Likelihood Possible Evidence A
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that beet induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Beetroot, from the product label.

High Level

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Name
High Level, LLC
City
Glendale
State
CA
ZipCode
91203
Phone Number
1-833-444-4585
Web Address
www.LiveHighLevel.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Beetroot by High Level: Common Questions

Does Beetroot by High Level interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Beetroot has a known interaction with 861 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Beetroot 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.
Will beetroot make my pee and poop red?
Yes, it's common — beetroot can turn your urine and stools red. It's completely harmless and nothing to worry about. Some people have also reported black stools, which is also not dangerous, but worth knowing about beforehand.
Does beetroot actually help with workouts?
The evidence says Possibly Effective for athletic performance and for reducing the soreness you feel after intense exercise. That means some research supports it, but it's not proven conclusively — your own results may vary.
Is beetroot safe to take long-term?
Beet as a food is fine over time, but concentrated supplements don't have enough long-term safety data. Short-term use appears well tolerated, but if you're thinking of taking it for months or years, talk to your pharmacist or doctor about what we know and don't know.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
The facts on file don't include safety data for beetroot during breastfeeding. Talk with your pharmacist or doctor — they can help you weigh the benefits and risks based on your situation.
What if I take a lot of beetroot — is that dangerous?
Very large amounts of beet could theoretically cause low calcium or kidney damage, but these are rare at normal supplement doses. If you're thinking of taking much more than the label suggests, check with your pharmacist first.

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Sources & How We Checked

Beetroot'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.

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The 14 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.

Beet 14 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Clifford T, Berntzen B, Davison GW, et al. Effects of beetroot juice on recovery of muscle function and performance between bouts of repeated sprint exercise. Nutrients 2016;8. pii: E506. PubMed
  3. Siervo M, Lara J, Ogbonmwan I, Mathers JC. Inorganic nitrate and beetroot juice supplementation reduces blood pressure in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Nutr 2013;143:818-26. PubMed
  4. Clifford T, Howatson G, West DJ, Stevenson EJ. Beetroot juice is more beneficial than sodium nitrate for attenuating muscle pain after strenuous eccentric-bias exercise. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2017;42(11):1185-1191. PubMed
  5. Clifford T, Bell O, West DJ, Howatson G, Stevenson EJ. The effects of beetroot juice supplementation on indices of muscle damage following eccentric exercise. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2016;116(2):353-62. PubMed
  6. Wylie LJ, Kelly J, Bailey SJ, et al. Beetroot juice and exercise: pharmacodynamic and dose-response relationships. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2013;115(3):325-36. PubMed
  7. Garnacho-Castaño MV, Palau-Salvà G, Cuenca E, et al. Effects of a single dose of beetroot juice on cycling time trial performance at ventilatory thresholds intensity in male triathletes. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2018;15(1):49. PubMed
  8. Rasica L, Porcelli S, Marzorati M, et al. Ergogenic effects of beetroot juice supplementation during severe-intensity exercise in obese adolescents. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2018;315(3):R453-R460. PubMed
  9. Henrohn D, Björkstrand K, Lundberg JO, et al. Effects of oral supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension-results from BEET-PAH, an exploratory randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crosso
  10. Serra-Payá N, Garnacho-Castaño MV, Sánchez-Nuño S, et al. The relationship between resistance exercise performance and ventilatory efficiency after beetroot juice intake in well-trained athletes. Nutrients 2021;13(4):1094. PubMed
  11. Haron MH, Dale O, Martin K, et al. Evaluation of the Herb-Drug Interaction Potential of Commonly Used Botanicals on the US Market with Regard to PXR- and AhR-Mediated Influences on CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. J Diet Suppl 2022. PubMed
  12. Hemmatinafar M, Zaremoayedi L, Koushkie Jahromi M, et al. Effect of Beetroot Juice Supplementation on Muscle Soreness and Performance Recovery after Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Female Volleyball Players. Nutrients 2023;15(17):3763. PubMed
  13. Lim SH, Bae S, Lee HS, Han HK, Choi CI. Effect of Betanin, the Major Pigment of Red Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.), on the Activity of Recombinant Human Cytochrome P450 Enzymes. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023;16(9):1224. PubMed
  14. Oscherwitz M, Tamayo RM, Heudebert A, Centor R. A Case of Pseudo-Hematochezia from Beet Supplement Ingestion. Am J Med 2023;136(9):e177-e178. PubMed

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