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Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BPI Sports

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Powder Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch 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

Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch is a dietary supplement by BPI Sports with 6 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for exercise performance and recovery, heart health, weight management.Based on those ingredients, 19 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Carnitine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports

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 6 of its 6 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This powder contains 6 active ingredients: four peptide-based branch-chain amino acids (Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Leucine, Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Isoleucine, Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Valine, and Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Citrulline), plus L-carnitine — a compound your body makes that helps turn fat into energy — and Grains of Paradise, a spice used traditionally for flavor and potential wellness purposes. The rest is inactive ingredients: binders, sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame-K), maltodextrin, flavoring, citric acid, malic acid, silica, and FD&C Red No.

40 for color.

Does it work?

Insufficient 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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: lean muscle recovery and daily performance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Exercise-induced muscle damage, Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Athletic performance, Sarcopenia, Cachexia, muscle protein synthesis — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: L-carnitine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: L-carnitine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cachexia, Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Sarcopenia, Exercise-induced muscle damage.

L-carnitine is effective for treating L-carnitine deficiency (a real metabolic condition) and possibly effective for high cholesterol, congestive heart failure, and angina. The evidence supporting those uses is mixed.

The other four amino acid ingredients and Grains of Paradise don't have established effectiveness ratings in our data, so we can't speak to what they do in this formulation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient L-carnitine Grains Of Paradise

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 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

L-carnitine is generally well tolerated at typical doses, though high doses can cause stomach upset — nausea, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, heartburn, and vomiting are the most common side effects. Some people report a fishy body odor.

Rarely, seizures have been reported. We don't hold enough safety data on L-carnitine during pregnancy to say whether it's safe, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

It's possibly safe while breastfeeding, though the data is limited. Grains of Paradise is likely safe in food amounts, but supplement safety isn't well studied.

The safety data advises against it during pregnancy, and there isn't enough information to consider it safe while breastfeeding. We hold no adverse-effect data for the four peptide amino acids.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient L-carnitine Grains Of Paradise

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 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — L-carnitine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 19 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 if you use warfarin or acenocoumarol (blood thinners) — L-carnitine may increase their effects. Also check if you're on thyroid hormone replacement, since L-carnitine may reduce its effectiveness.

The four peptide amino acids we couldn't check data for, so if you're on any prescription medication at all, search it in the tool below to be sure.

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The bottom line

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

This product is mainly for people looking to support muscle recovery and fat metabolism during workouts. If you take a blood thinner like warfarin or acenocoumarol, or a thyroid medication, talk to your pharmacist before starting — the L-carnitine may affect how these work.

Pregnant people and those breastfeeding should check with their doctor first.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 6 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 21, 2017.

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 Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch, straight from the product label.

Brand BPI Sports
Barcode (UPC) 811213027247
Net contents 9.7 Oz(s); 275 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Oct 21, 2017
DSLD ID 79899
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports, 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:
11 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
11 Gram(s)
Servings per container
25
UPC/BARCODE
811213027247
IngredientAmount% DV
Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Leucine2.5 Gram(s)--
Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Isoleucine1.25 Gram(s)--
Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Valine1.25 Gram(s)--
Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Citrulline1 Gram(s)--
L-Carnitine2 Gram(s)--
Paradoxine Grains of Paradise10 mg--

Other ingredients: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology, Natural and Artificial flavors, Maltodextrin, Silica, Citric Acid, Sucralose, Malic Acid, Acesulfame-K, FD&C Red No. 40

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Label statements
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General Statements

Lean muscle recovery

Daily stack

24 hours of solid recovery

Natural and artificial flavors

New!

Lean muscle recovery formula

May Help To: Promote lean muscle Optimize recovery Athletic performance Support Nitric Oxide Synthase Burn fats for fuel

Lean muscle

To report an adverse event or for more information call: 954.926.0900 (tel)

Facebook www.facebook.com/BPIonline

When combined with a proper exercise and nutrition regimen. Statements based on early-stage independent 3rd party in vivo and / or in vitro model scientific research data findings for individual ingredients.

Weight is based on total of Oligopeptides. Not based on single ingredient weight of Leucine, Isoleucine, or Valine.

General

Rev. 01-001-BCAS01 10/16

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Take 1 scoop in the AM Take 1 scoop anytime in the day

Take Best BCAA shredded in the AM and Best BCAA throughout the rest of the day.

Take 1 scoop blended into 8oz water in the morning

Please read entire label before use. Suggested Use: Take one (1) serving (1 scoop) blended into 8oz of ice cold water first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Be better. Be stronger. BPI.

Formula

+ L-Citrulline Oligopeptides

5g BCAA Oligopeptides

L-Citrulline Oligopeptides L-Carnitine

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Warnings: Not intended for use by persons under age 18.

Do not exceed recommended dose.

Get the consent of a licensed physician before using this product, especially if you are taking medication, have a medical condition, you are pregnant, nursing or thinking about becoming pregnant.

Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Keep this product and all supplements out of the reach of children.

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.

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Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports label

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Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports

These are the 6 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size11 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container25 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Leucine

2.5 Gram(s) per serving Form: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Leucine

Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Isoleucine

1.25 Gram(s) per serving Form: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Isoleucine

Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Valine

1.25 Gram(s) per serving Form: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Valine

Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Citrulline

1 Gram(s) per serving Form: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology Glycyl-Alanyl-Lysine-L-Citrulline

L-Carnitine

Interacts with
19 drugs
2 Gram(s) per serving Form: Glycine Propionyl L-Carnitine HCl, L-Carnitine, L-Carnitine Tartrate

L-carnitine is a compound your body makes naturally and also gets from foods like meat. It helps cells turn fat into energy, and supplements are most...

L-Carnitine monograph & interactions

Paradoxine Grains of Paradise

No known
interactions
10 mg per serving Form: 6-Paradol

Grains of paradise is a West African spice in the ginger family that people use for digestion, as a spice, and more recently in supplements aimed at m...

Paradoxine Grains of Paradise monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Oligopeptide-Enzymatic Technology, Natural and Artificial flavors, Maltodextrin, Silica, Citric Acid, Sucralose, Malic Acid, Acesulfame-K, FD&C Red No. 40. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

L-Carnitine 19

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch interact with 19 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 6 ingredients in Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L-Carnitine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch 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.

L-Carnitine3 drug types · 19 drugs

Acenocoumarol (Sintrom)

Theoretically, L-carnitine might increase the anticoagulant effects of acenocoumarol.
L-carnitine might enhance the anticoagulant effects of acenocoumarol, an oral anticoagulant similar to warfarin, but shorter-acting. There are at least two case reports of INR elevation with concomitant use. In one case, a 33-year-old male with a previously stable INR had an elevated INR of 4.65 after L-carnitine was started and continued for 10 weeks. INR normalized after discontinuation of the L-carnitine-containing product.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Thyroid Hormone

Theoretically, L-carnitine might decrease the effectiveness of thyroid hormone replacement.
L-carnitine appears to act as a peripheral thyroid hormone antagonist by inhibiting entry of thyroid hormone into the nucleus of cells. Taking L-carnitine also seems to diminish some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, L-carnitine might increase the anticoagulant effects of warfarin.
L-carnitine might increase the anticoagulant effects of acenocoumarol, a shorter-acting oral anticoagulant similar to warfarin. There is not enough information to know whether this interaction occurs with L-carnitine and warfarin.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
L-Carnitine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch, from the product label.

BPI Sports

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Name
BPI Sports
Street Address
3149 SW 42nd St. Suite 200
City
Hollywood
State
FL
ZipCode
33312
Phone Number
954.926.0900
Web Address
www.bpisports.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports: Common Questions

Does Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch by BPI Sports interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch has a known interaction with 19 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch contains 6 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 does L-carnitine actually do?
L-carnitine is a compound your body naturally makes that helps convert fat into energy. It's effective for treating L-carnitine deficiency and possibly helpful for high cholesterol, heart failure, and chest pain, though the evidence is still being studied.
Will this upset my stomach?
L-carnitine can cause nausea, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and heartburn — especially at high doses. Most people tolerate typical doses well, but if your stomach is sensitive, start low and see how you feel. A fishy body odor has also been reported by some users.
Is it safe to use while I'm pregnant or nursing?
We don't have enough safety data on L-carnitine during pregnancy to say either way — talk with your doctor for personalized advice. L-carnitine is possibly safe while breastfeeding, though the data is limited. Grains of Paradise should be avoided in pregnancy, and there isn't enough information for it during breastfeeding.
What are those other amino acids in here?
They're peptide forms of branch-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) plus citrulline. These are commonly used in workout supplements, but we don't have effectiveness ratings on file for them, so we can't say what they're doing in this product specifically.
Does this have a lot of fillers?
The inactive ingredients include maltodextrin, sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame-K), natural and artificial flavors, citric acid, malic acid, silica, and red dye. These are pretty standard for a flavored powder — there's no truly 'filler-free' supplement, but the amount here is typical for the category.

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The Full Monographs Behind Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

L-carnitine

Interacts with 19 drugs

L-carnitine is a compound your body makes naturally and also gets from foods like meat. It helps cells turn fat into energy, and supplements are most clearly useful for people with a true ca...

Read the full L-carnitine monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Grains Of Paradise

Grains of paradise is a West African spice in the ginger family that people use for digestion, as a spice, and more recently in supplements aimed at metabolism. Early human research suggests...

Read the full Grains Of Paradise monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Best BCAA Shredded Fruit Punch'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 43 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.

L-carnitine 41 references
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