Beta Alanine 3.2 g Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta Alanine 3.2 g 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
Beta Alanine 3.2 g is a dietary supplement by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series 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 Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series
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
This product contains one active ingredient: CarnoSyn, which is a patented form of beta-alanine at 3.2 grams per serving. There are no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance. The evidence for other uses—cognitive function, age-related cognitive decline, COPD, and menopausal symptoms—is not yet established well enough to rate.
If you're considering this for workout endurance or strength, the research is promising; for other purposes, the data we hold doesn't support a clear benefit.
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), often with skin flushing, that usually starts on the scalp within 20 minutes and lasts about an hour.
How strong this feels depends on dose—it can be very mild at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones. The product is not studied for long-term use at high doses, so keep that in mind if you plan to take it regularly.
There isn't enough safety information to know whether it's okay during pregnancy or breastfeeding—the safety data advises against use in both cases. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the beta-alanine in this product. Even so, it's smart to confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it fits with your personal health picture and any medications you take.
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.
If you're looking to support athletic or physical performance, beta-alanine has some promising research behind it. Expect tingling and flushing—it's harmless but real.
Avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor says otherwise. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, especially if you take any medications or have health concerns.
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 Feb 25, 2019.
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 Beta Alanine 3.2 g, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 000705 |
| Net contents | 8.47 oz.; 240 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 25, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 191072 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| 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 Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| CarnoSyn | 3.2 Gram(s) | -- |
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General Statements
Bodybuilding.com products have been formulated to the highest standards with high-quality, effective ingredients that produce real results. If you are not completely satisfied with any product, return it any time for a full refund. Packaged by weight not volume. Contents may settle during shipping.
Take it to the next level Your performance level will determine how long you can maintain exercise without getting fatigued to the point that you have to stop.
This product was produced in a GMP facility. Good Manufacturing Practices, or GMPs, are a set of standards which ensure the purity and proper labeling of dietary supplements.
Sports nutrition 75 servings
Serving scoop included, but may settle to the bottom during shipping.
General
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Formula
Shown to boost intramuscular carnosine, Beta Alanine is an amino acid that supports an optimal PH level by delaying the buildup of lactic acid induced by intense exercise. Bodybuilding.com Beta Alanine features a full, clinical dose of patented CarnoSyn beta alanine to give you the best possible results!
CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer 3.2g Beta Alanine (as CarnoSyn)
This product contains Beta-Alanine and may cause a temporary tingling sensation on your skin.
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
Precautions
Allergen Information: This product is manufactured in a facility that contains peanuts, milk, soy, eggs and wheat.
Warnings Do not use if pregnant, contemplating pregnancy, or nursing.
This product is only intended to be consumed by healthy adults 18 years of age or older. Before using this product, consult with your physician. Discontinue use and consult a health care professional if you experience any adverse reaction to this product.
Do not use if the seal is broken or missing.
This product contains Beta-Alanine and may cause a temporary tingling sensation on your skin. This is normal. With continued use, the intensity of the sensation will decrease or disappear. This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Natural Alternatives International (NAI) is the owner of patents as listed on www.carnosyn.com and registered trademark CarnoSyn.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions Mix one scoop with 2 to 6 oz. of water and take 30 minutes before training. For optimal results take an additional serving following exercise. On non-training days take one serving upon waking, and another serving 6 to 8 hours later.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
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Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size3.2 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container75 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 & interactionsBeta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Beta Alanine 3.2 g. 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 Beta Alanine 3.2 g, from the product label.
Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series
See all Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series products- Name
- Bodybuilding.com
- Street Address
- 4900 Engineers Way, Suite 107
- City
- N. Las Vegas
- State
- Nevada
- ZipCode
- 89081
- Phone Number
- 1-866-236-8417
- Web Address
- Bodybuilding.com
Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series: Common Questions
Does Beta Alanine 3.2 g by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
What's the tingling I might feel?
Is beta-alanine safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Does beta-alanine actually help with workouts?
Can I take this every day?
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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The Full Monographs Behind Beta Alanine 3.2 g’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Beta Alanine 3.2 g'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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