Beta-Alanine 3200 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta-Alanine 3200 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 3200 is a dietary supplement by GNC Pro Performance 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 3200 by GNC Pro Performance
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, a patented form of beta-alanine. Beta-alanine is an amino acid that your body uses to make carnosine, a compound that buffers acid buildup in muscle during intense exercise.
The tablet also includes inactive ingredients like cellulose, vegetable acetoglycerides, caramel color, mica, and titanium dioxide.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic and physical performance — meaning there's some evidence it may help, but more research would strengthen that claim. The evidence isn't established for age-related cognitive decline, COPD, general cognitive function, or menopausal symptoms based on the data we hold.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Beta-alanine is generally well tolerated in healthy adults, but it commonly causes a harmless tingling sensation (paresthesia), usually on the scalp, that spreads across your body and lasts about an hour. This tingling is dose-dependent and milder at lower doses.
The product hasn't been studied for long-term use at high doses. There isn't enough safety information to recommend it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you if either applies.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, run your specific medications through the checker below to be certain, and talk with your pharmacist if you have questions.
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.
GNC Pro Performance Beta-Alanine 3200 may help with athletic or physical performance if you're training hard. The main thing to expect is skin tingling, which is harmless but common.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any health concerns, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 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 Beta-Alanine 3200, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Pro Performance |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 048107079963 |
| Net contents | 120 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 21, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 66891 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Beta-Alanine 3200 by GNC Pro Performance, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| CarnoSyn | 3200 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Vegetable Acetoglycerides, Caramel color, Mica, Titanium Dioxide
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Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: For adult use only. Taking this product may cause tingling and flushing sensations. These sensations may be enhanced if taken close to or during exercise.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
General Statements
Boosts muscle carnosine levels, a key fatigue-controlling factor Clinically studied muscle pH buffer 3200mg dose to fuel performance
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2041> disintegration.
Actual size
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Daily Pre/Post-Workout
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two tablets daily with food. For best results, take two tablets two hours before and two tablets after exercise.
Stack with Pro Performance: Creatine 3500, RapidDrive BCAA 5000 and RapidDrive Arginine 5000
General
CODE 898711 CNG
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.
Formulation
No sugar, no starch, no artificial colors, no artificial flavors, no preservatives, sodium free, no wheat, no gluten, no corn, no soy, no dairy, yeast free.
Formula
CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer
Brand IP Statement(s)
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 Alternative International, Inc. (NAI). NAI is also the owner of the registered trademark CarnoSyn.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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Beta-Alanine 3200 by GNC Pro Performance label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Beta-Alanine 3200 by GNC Pro Performance
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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: Cellulose, Vegetable Acetoglycerides, Caramel color, Mica, Titanium Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Beta-Alanine 3200 by GNC Pro Performance Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Beta-Alanine 3200. 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 3200, from the product label.
GNC Pro Performance
See all GNC Pro Performance products- Name
- General Nutrition Corp.
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Phone Number
- 1-888-462-2548
- Web Address
- www.gnc.com
Beta-Alanine 3200 by GNC Pro Performance: Common Questions
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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 3200’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 3200'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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