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 MRM Nutrition 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 MRM Nutrition
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 (as CarnoSyn). Beta-alanine is an amino acid that your body uses to make carnosine, a compound that may play a role in muscle performance and endurance.
The powder form allows flexible dosing. There are no inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Moderate evidence
Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance — meaning the evidence suggests it may help, but it's not definitive. For age-related cognitive decline, cognitive function, menopausal symptoms, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the evidence isn't established well enough to rate it either way.
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) and flushing, especially on the scalp. This typically starts within 20 minutes of taking it, spreads across your body, and lasts about an hour.
The tingling is milder at lower doses — at the smallest doses, only about a quarter of people notice it. The product hasn't been studied for long-term use at high doses.
There isn't enough safety information to use beta-alanine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so you should avoid it during those times.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for beta-alanine with any medication types. Still, run your prescriptions through the tool below or talk to your pharmacist before you start.
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 active person looking to support endurance performance, beta-alanine may be worth a try — just expect some skin tingling, especially at first. Skip it if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you take any medications or have any health conditions.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 25, 2024.
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 | MRM Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 60949271013 |
| Net contents | 200 Gram(s); 7.05 Ounce(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 25, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 305023 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Beta-Alanine by MRM Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested usage: As a dietary supplement consume 1 serving per day before, during or after exercise.
Formulation
Improves overall muscle performance Increases muscle strength & endurance Delays fatigue during workouts
GF
Certified Vegan Vegan.org
Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org
Balance muscle pH
Contains no added milk, egg, peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, soy, wheat, gluten or yeast ingredients.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General Statements
Made from recycled materials
This product is packaged by weight, not volume. settling of contents occurs over time and cannot be avoided.
Seals/Symbols
Certified Vegan Vegan.org
Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
This product is manufactured in a facility that processes other products that contain milk or egg.
Warning: This product contains Beta-Alanine in clinically safe and effective doses, which may result in a harmless "tingling" and/or "itchy" skin sensation.
Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.
If you are pregnant or nursing or are taking any prescription medications, consult your health care professional before using this or any other dietary supplement product.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Natural Alternatives International (NAI) is the owner of patents as listed on www.carnosyn.com and registered trademark CarnoSyn.
Formula
CarnoSyn Carnosine Synthesizer
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place and avoid excessive heat.
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Beta-Alanine by MRM Nutrition 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 by MRM Nutrition
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1.6 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container125 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 by MRM Nutrition 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.
MRM Nutrition
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- MRM
- Street Address
- 2665 Vista Pacific Dr
- City
- Oceanside
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 92056
- Phone Number
- 1-800-948-6296
- Web Address
- www.mrmnutrition.com
Beta-Alanine by MRM Nutrition: Common Questions
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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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