Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams 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 grams is a dietary supplement by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs 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 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry 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
This product has one active ingredient: CarnoSyn beta-alanine, 3.2 grams per serving. Beta-alanine is an amino acid your body uses to make carnosine, a compound found in muscle tissue.
There are no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance — meaning there's some evidence it may help, but the research isn't airtight. For other uses listed in our data — age-related cognitive decline, COPD, cognitive function, and menopausal symptoms — the evidence is either insufficient to rate or hasn't been reliably established.
If you're taking it for athletic performance, the science suggests it may have a modest benefit; for other reasons, talk to your doctor about whether it's the right choice.
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) and skin flushing, usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes and lasting about an hour — it tends to be mild at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones.
Because there isn't enough safety data, it's best to avoid beta-alanine during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Long-term safety at high doses hasn't been well studied.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check. That doesn't mean none exist, so confirm your medications with the search tool on this page or with your own pharmacist before you add this to your routine.
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 an athlete or serious about physical performance, beta-alanine may be worth a try — the research suggests a modest edge. Expect some skin tingling and flushing; it's harmless but real.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have questions about whether it fits your health picture, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 25, 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
General information
Key facts about Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 048107172695 |
| Net contents | 3.46 oz.; 98.1 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 69301 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Natural Alternatives International (NAI) is the owner of the patent estate and registered trademark CarnoSyn.
Precautions
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
For adult use only.
Taking this product may cause tingling and flushing sensations. These sensations may be enhanced if take close to or during exercise.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formula
Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams per serving
General Statements
BR0002
Lab grade
30 servings
Code 369898 HRG
Notice: Significant product settling may occur.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, mix one scoop with 8 oz of water or other beverage.
Formulation
Gluten free.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size3.27 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 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: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams. 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 grams, from the product label.
GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs
See all GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs products- Name
- General Nutrition Corporation
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Phone Number
- 1-888-462-2548
- Web Address
- beyondraw.com
Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams by GNC Beyond Raw Chemistry Labs: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Beta-Alanine 3.2 grams’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 grams'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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