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Dietary supplement

Beta Alanine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by NutraBio

Powder Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Beta Alanine is a dietary supplement by NutraBio 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 NutraBio

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: beta-alanine, an amino acid. That's it — there are no other inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: athletic performance and exercise endurance.
  • We looked for evidence on: Athletic performance, Physical performance, Exercise-induced muscle breakdown, muscle fatigue, high-intensity exercise capacity, endurance.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Physical performance.
  • Also on file: Beta-alanine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Exercise-induced muscle breakdown.

Beta-alanine is possibly effective for athletic performance and physical performance based on the data we hold. For other uses — age-related cognitive decline, COPD, general cognitive function, and menopausal symptoms — the evidence isn't established enough in our data to rate it one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beta-alanine

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Beta-alanine is generally well tolerated in healthy adults, but it commonly causes a harmless tingling sensation (paresthesia) in the skin, usually starting on the scalp within 20 minutes and spreading across the body for about an hour. The tingling is dose-dependent: it's very mild at lower doses and more noticeable at higher ones.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know it's safe.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beta-alanine

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for beta-alanine in our data.

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. The tingling it causes is harmless but common — expect it especially at higher doses.

Because there's not enough safety data in pregnancy and breastfeeding, avoid it then. Talk to your pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or have any 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 May 23, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Beta Alanine, straight from the product label.

Brand NutraBio
Barcode (UPC) 649908234843
Net contents 12.7 Ounce(s); 360 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 23, 2024
DSLD ID 309344
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Beta Alanine by NutraBio, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Gram(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
4 Gram(s)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
649908234843
IngredientAmount% DV
Beta-Alanine2 Gram(s)--

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 1-2 servings mixed with 16oz of your favorite beverage 20-30 minutes prior to exercise and again immediately after exercise. take twice daily between meals on non-training days as well.

Precautions

Beta-alanine may cause a tingling or sensory sensation on your skin for some users. With continued use, the intensity of the sensation will decrease or disappear.

Warning: Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of the reach of children.

If you are pregnant, breast feeding, have known medical conditions (includes kidney or liver disease) or are taking prescription or OTC medication(s) consult with your health care practitioner before using this product.

Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.

Formulation

Vegetarian

Gluten free Non-GMO Lactose free

Manufactured in our GMP & FDA inspected facility

Supports muscle endurance

Seals/Symbols

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Made In USA with Ingredients Sourced Worldwide

OU (Kosher)

Brand IP Statement(s)

NutraBio Since 1996

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

OU (Kosher)

Storage

This product is sold by weight, not volume. Some settling of contents may have occurred during the shipping and handling. Store in a cool dry place.

General Statements

Serving scoop included (may settle to the bottom during shipping.) Product filled to this level

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.

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Beta Alanine by NutraBio label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beta Alanine by NutraBio

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Beta-Alanine

No known
interactions
2 Gram(s) per serving

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 & interactions
Interaction report

Beta Alanine by NutraBio 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.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Beta Alanine, from the product label.

NutraBio

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Name
NutraBio Labs, Inc.
Street Address
564 Lincoln Blvd.
City
Middlesex
State
NJ
ZipCode
08846
Phone Number
732-748-8606
Web Address
www.nutrabio.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Beta Alanine by NutraBio: Common Questions

Does Beta Alanine by NutraBio interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Beta Alanine. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Beta Alanine contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will beta-alanine make me tingle or flush?
Yes, it commonly does. Most people feel a pins-and-needles sensation that starts on the scalp within 20 minutes and spreads over the body, lasting about an hour. It's harmless and dose-dependent — lower doses cause milder tingling or none at all, and higher doses make it more noticeable.
Is beta-alanine safe to take long-term?
It's generally well tolerated in healthy adults, but long-term high-dose safety hasn't been well studied. Talk to your pharmacist about how long you plan to use it and at what dose.
Can I take beta-alanine if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety information, so the data advises against it during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's right for you.
Does beta-alanine actually work for athletic performance?
It's possibly effective based on the data we hold, so there's some evidence it may help with athletic and physical performance. The strength of that evidence isn't as firm as we'd like, so results may vary from person to person.

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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

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.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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

See these in context on the Beta-alanine monograph →

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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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