Beta Alanine Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Beta Alanine 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 is a dietary supplement by Infinite 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 by Infinite 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 contains one active ingredient: beta-alanine, an amino acid your body uses to make carnosine, a compound involved in muscle function and endurance. The capsule also holds several inactive ingredients — gelatin, dicalcium phosphate, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, FD&C Blue #1, and titanium dioxide — which serve as the capsule shell, binders, and colorant.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance according to the evidence we hold. For other uses — age-related cognitive decline, COPD, general cognitive function, and menopausal symptoms — there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to rate it either way.
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), usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes of taking a dose and spreading across the body for about an hour.
This effect is dose-dependent: it's very mild or absent at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones. There isn't enough safety information to recommend this product during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Long-term safety at high doses hasn't been well studied.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for beta-alanine. If you take any medications, run them through the checker below or confirm with your own pharmacist or doctor before starting.
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.
Beta-alanine may be worth considering if you're looking to support athletic or physical performance and are comfortable with the possibility of temporary skin tingling. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist first.
No documented interactions are on file for this ingredient, but that doesn't mean none exist — it's worth confirming with your healthcare provider.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 25, 2015.
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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Infinite Labs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 753182677095 |
| Net contents | 180 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 25, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 42411 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Beta Alanine by Infinite Labs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Beta-Alanine | 3000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, FD&C Blue #1, Titanium Dioxide
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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General
ITEM #: 6052 I 03.14.400CC.8H3L
General Statements
{American flag} MANUFACTURED IN THE USA
Among some of the most beneficial supplements in any sports nutrition program are the branched chain amino acids (BCAAs).* These are the essential amino acids Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine which can only be provided through food or supplements.* As the building blocks for protein, BCAAs are unique in that they are metabolized in skeletal muscle.* Take BCAAs before and after exercise to support the anabolic effects of your training regimen.* Numerous studies have demonstrated the anti-catabolic effects of taking BCAAs, and supplementing your diet with them can assist in faster muscle recovery, prolonged endurance and increased metabolic fuel during exercise.*
STRENGTH & ENDURANCE PRE WORKOUT
30 SERVINGS 6 CAPSULES PRE WORKOUT
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.
Seals/Symbols
INFINITE LABS(R)
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Brand IP Statement(s)
INFINITE LABS(R)
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: As a dietary supplement, adults take one serving (6 Capsules) or as directed by a licensed physician.
Precautions
WARNING: Seek advice from a physician before consuming this product.
Do not use if you are contemplating pregnancy, pregnant, nursing, prone to dehydration, or exposed to excessive heat.
Reduce or discontinue use of this product if sleeplessness, tremors, dizziness, nervousness, headaches, or heart palpitations occur. This product is only intended for use by healthy adults 18 years of age or older.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Consumer is responsible and assumes all risks, liabilities, and consequences related to the use of this product, including compliance with the rules and regulations of all governing bodies or other entities having jurisdiction over any sport or athletic activity in which he/she participates, as well as any career regulations.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.
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Beta Alanine by Infinite Labs label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Beta Alanine by Infinite Labs
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size6 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Beta-Alanine
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...
Beta-Alanine monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, FD&C Blue #1, Titanium Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Beta Alanine by Infinite Labs Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Beta Alanine. 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, from the product label.
Infinite Labs
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- INFINITE LABS, LLC
- Street Address
- PO BOX 533736
- City
- Orlando
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 32853
- Phone Number
- 407.290.8860
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The Full Monographs Behind Beta Alanine’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'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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