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Dietary supplement

Beta Plus Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Biotics Research Corporation

Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Beta Plus is a dietary supplement by Biotics Research Corporation with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high blood pressure, exercise and athletic performance, heart and circulation support.Based on those ingredients, 861 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are organic Beet concentrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation

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 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Beta Plus contains five active ingredients. Organic beet concentrate is the only one we have detailed data on; it's included for possible benefits to athletic performance and exercise-induced muscle soreness.

The other four — Superoxide Dismutase, Catalase, Ox Bile extract, and Pancrelipase — are enzymes and digestive aids meant to support your body's own processing and breakdown of nutrients. The tablet also contains inactive ingredients: cellulose, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and food glaze, which are common binders and capsule materials.

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: antioxidant and enzyme support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hypertension, Coronary heart disease (CHD), Dyslipidemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Athletic performance, Exercise-induced muscle damage — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Beet is rated "Possibly Effective" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Beet is rated "Possibly Effective" for Exercise-induced muscle soreness.
  • Also on file: Beet is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Coronary heart disease (CHD), Liver disease, Dyslipidemia, Pregnancy-induced hypertension, and more.

Organic beet concentrate in this product is possibly effective for athletic performance and exercise-induced muscle soreness, based on available evidence. For other uses — like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), dyslipidemia (blood fat abnormalities), and cognitive function — the evidence we hold is either insufficient to rate it or suggests it may be ineffective, as in the case of COPD.

The effectiveness of the other ingredients in this formula hasn't been established in the data we hold.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Beet

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.

Beet concentrate is generally well tolerated when used short-term as a supplement, though concentrated supplements lack long-term safety data, so caution is warranted. The most common side effect is red stools and red urine — harmless color changes from the beet pigment.

Rarely, very large amounts of beet may lead to low blood calcium (hypocalcemia) or kidney damage, and there's one case report of black stools in someone on blood thinners who took beet pills. For the other ingredients, adverse effect and safety data are not on file.

We have no pregnancy or lactation safety data for any ingredient in this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Beet

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Beet.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 862 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking Beta Plus, check your exact medications in the search tool below. The beet concentrate can theoretically raise levels of drugs processed by CYP3A4 enzymes (a Moderate interaction) — a category that includes many common heart, blood pressure, and immunosuppressant medications.

It may also affect CYP1A2 substrates and blood pressure drugs, though the latter effect is minor and inconsistent. The four other ingredients have not been checked for interactions.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Beta Plus is geared toward people looking to support exercise performance and recovery, but it's a multi-ingredient formula where we can only verify interactions for one ingredient. If you take any medications — especially those processed by your liver — check them against the tool below before starting.

Talk with your pharmacist about whether this product fits your routine and any concerns about the other ingredients we couldn't assess.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 25, 2013.

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 Plus, straight from the product label.

Brand Biotics Research Corporation
Net contents 180 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 25, 2013
DSLD ID 21482
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation, 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:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
IngredientAmount% DV
Superoxide Dismutase20 mcg--
Catalase20 mcg--
Ox Bile extract100 mg--
Pancrelipase50 mg--
organic Beet concentrate100 mg--

Other ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Food Glaze

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

RECOMMENDATION: One (1) tablet with each meal as a dietary supplement or as otherwise directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Storage

Store in a cool, dry area.

General Statements

Sealed with an imprinted safety seal for your protection.

Specially grown, biologically active vegetable culture containing naturally associated phytochemicals including polyphenolic compounds with SOD and catalase, dehydrated at low temperature to preserve associated enzyme factors.

Lot Number: 34137A Exp. Date: DEC 11

General

Rev. 9/09

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

(C) Copyright 2009

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Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Superoxide Dismutase

20 mcg per serving

Catalase

20 mcg per serving

Ox Bile extract

100 mg per serving

Pancrelipase

50 mg per serving Form: Porcine

Organic Beet concentrate

Interacts with
861 drugs
100 mg per serving

Beet, especially beetroot juice, is a nitrate-rich food that may modestly lower blood pressure and slightly improve exercise performance in some peopl...

Organic Beet concentrate monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Food Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation Drug Interactions

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861Drugs
643 Moderate 218 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Beta Plus with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

organic Beet concentrate3 drug types · 861 drugs

Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might increase the levels of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that betanin, the major pigment in beet, competitively inhibits CYP3A4 in a dose-dependent manner similarly to strong CYP3A4 inhibitor ketoconazole.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Antihypertensive Drugs

Beet and beetroot contain nitrates, which can cause vasodilation, potentially leading to lower blood pressure. However, a study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition using concentrated beetroot juice found no significant impact on blood pressure or heart rate in different age groups. Other small clinical studies suggest that while beet consumption might transiently lower blood pressure due to vessel dilation, there's no consistent evidence of a lasting effect. Overall, the theoretical risk of reduced blood pressure due to beet's nitrate content exists, but studies generally indicate a low and temporary impact rather than a sustained decrease.

Likelihood Possible Evidence A
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, beet might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that beet induces CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

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

Biotics Research Corporation

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Name
BIOTICS RESEARCH CORP.
City
Rosenberg
State
Texas
Phone Number
(281) 344-0909
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation: Common Questions

Does Beta Plus by Biotics Research Corporation interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Beta Plus has a known interaction with 861 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Beta Plus contains 5 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Does beet supplement help athletic performance?
The beet in this product is possibly effective for athletic performance and exercise-induced muscle soreness based on the evidence we hold. Results aren't guaranteed, and you may want to discuss realistic expectations with your pharmacist.
Is red urine or red stools from beet a sign something is wrong?
No — red or even dark stools are harmless color changes caused by the beet pigment and are the most common side effect. They're not a sign of bleeding or other problems. However, if you also have nausea, vomiting, or severe symptoms, contact your doctor.
Is this product safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on this formula for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it — they can help you weigh the risks and benefits for your situation.
What do the enzymes in this product do?
Superoxide Dismutase, Catalase, Ox Bile extract, and Pancrelipase are meant to support your body's own digestion and nutrient processing. However, we don't have effectiveness data on file for these ingredients in supplement form.
Can I take this with my blood pressure medication?
Beet contains nitrates that may theoretically lower blood pressure, but research shows this effect is minor and inconsistent. Still, check with your pharmacist before adding this product — they'll want to make sure it won't interfere with your specific medication.
Does this product have fillers or just active ingredients?
The tablet contains some inactive ingredients — cellulose, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and food glaze — which are common binders and coatings to hold the tablet together. They're standard in supplement manufacturing.

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Sources & How We Checked

Beta Plus'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 14 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.

Beet 14 references
  1. Gruenwald J, Brendler T, Jaenicke C. PDR for Herbal Medicines. 1st ed. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 1998.
  2. Clifford T, Berntzen B, Davison GW, et al. Effects of beetroot juice on recovery of muscle function and performance between bouts of repeated sprint exercise. Nutrients 2016;8. pii: E506. PubMed
  3. Siervo M, Lara J, Ogbonmwan I, Mathers JC. Inorganic nitrate and beetroot juice supplementation reduces blood pressure in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Nutr 2013;143:818-26. PubMed
  4. Clifford T, Howatson G, West DJ, Stevenson EJ. Beetroot juice is more beneficial than sodium nitrate for attenuating muscle pain after strenuous eccentric-bias exercise. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab. 2017;42(11):1185-1191. PubMed
  5. Clifford T, Bell O, West DJ, Howatson G, Stevenson EJ. The effects of beetroot juice supplementation on indices of muscle damage following eccentric exercise. Eur J Appl Physiol. 2016;116(2):353-62. PubMed
  6. Wylie LJ, Kelly J, Bailey SJ, et al. Beetroot juice and exercise: pharmacodynamic and dose-response relationships. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2013;115(3):325-36. PubMed
  7. Garnacho-Castaño MV, Palau-Salvà G, Cuenca E, et al. Effects of a single dose of beetroot juice on cycling time trial performance at ventilatory thresholds intensity in male triathletes. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2018;15(1):49. PubMed
  8. Rasica L, Porcelli S, Marzorati M, et al. Ergogenic effects of beetroot juice supplementation during severe-intensity exercise in obese adolescents. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2018;315(3):R453-R460. PubMed
  9. Henrohn D, Björkstrand K, Lundberg JO, et al. Effects of oral supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension-results from BEET-PAH, an exploratory randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crosso
  10. Serra-Payá N, Garnacho-Castaño MV, Sánchez-Nuño S, et al. The relationship between resistance exercise performance and ventilatory efficiency after beetroot juice intake in well-trained athletes. Nutrients 2021;13(4):1094. PubMed
  11. Haron MH, Dale O, Martin K, et al. Evaluation of the Herb-Drug Interaction Potential of Commonly Used Botanicals on the US Market with Regard to PXR- and AhR-Mediated Influences on CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. J Diet Suppl 2022. PubMed
  12. Hemmatinafar M, Zaremoayedi L, Koushkie Jahromi M, et al. Effect of Beetroot Juice Supplementation on Muscle Soreness and Performance Recovery after Exercise-Induced Muscle Damage in Female Volleyball Players. Nutrients 2023;15(17):3763. PubMed
  13. Lim SH, Bae S, Lee HS, Han HK, Choi CI. Effect of Betanin, the Major Pigment of Red Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.), on the Activity of Recombinant Human Cytochrome P450 Enzymes. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2023;16(9):1224. PubMed
  14. Oscherwitz M, Tamayo RM, Heudebert A, Centor R. A Case of Pseudo-Hematochezia from Beet Supplement Ingestion. Am J Med 2023;136(9):e177-e178. PubMed

See these in context on the Beet monograph →

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