Betaine Plus Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Betaine Plus 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
Betaine Plus is a dietary supplement by Douglas Laboratories with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestion and bloating, muscle soreness and exercise recovery, inflammation and swelling.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 Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories
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
Betaine Plus contains two active ingredients: pepsin and betaine. Pepsin is a proteolytic enzyme — a protein-digesting compound that helps break down proteins in the digestive tract.
Betaine is included in the formula, though we hold no detailed data on its specific role in this product. The capsules also contain inactive ingredients: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, vegetable stearate, silica, and microcrystalline cellulose.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
We hold no effectiveness ratings in our data for either pepsin or betaine in this product. The evidence for how well they work isn't established in the information available to us.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Pepsin is generally well tolerated by most adults, though some people report digestive upset or allergic reactions. In rare cases, occupational exposure to airborne pepsin has triggered allergic rhinitis (nasal and eye inflammation) or asthma in workers; this is uncommon in typical supplement use.
During pregnancy, pepsin safety hasn't been established, so it's best avoided unless your doctor prescribes it. For breastfeeding, there's little safety data available — medical advice is recommended before use.
We hold no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data for betaine.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. However, we hold no interaction data for betaine, so check your medications using the tool on this page before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Betaine Plus may be worth considering if you're looking to support protein digestion, though we don't have effectiveness data on file to confirm how well it works. If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — safety data is limited.
Check your medications on this page first, and bring any questions to your own healthcare provider.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2021.
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 Betaine Plus, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Douglas Laboratories |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 310539012291 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 25, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 246003 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Pepsin | 140 mg | -- |
| Betaine | 496 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Vegetable Stearate, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Usage: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 capsule with each meal or as directed by your health professional.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, have any health condition or taking any medication, consult your health professional before using this product.
Discontinue immediately if a burning sensation occurs. Not recommended for people with ulcers.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formulation
Gluten-free, Non-GMO
Healthy digestive function
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
Contents may not fill package in order to accommodate required labeling. Please rely on stated quantity. Scan to learn about our manufacturing excellence
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories 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 Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 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.
Pepsin
No knowninteractions
Proteolytic enzymes are proteins that help break down other proteins, and common examples include bromelain (from pineapple), papain (from papaya), tr...
Pepsin monograph & interactionsBetaine
Other (inactive) ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Vegetable Stearate, Silica, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Betaine Plus. 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 Betaine Plus, from the product label.
Douglas Laboratories
See all Douglas Laboratories products- Name
- Douglas Laboratories
- Street Address
- 600 Boyce Road
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15205
- Phone Number
- 1.800.245.4440
- Web Address
- www.douglaslabs.com
Betaine Plus by Douglas Laboratories: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if Betaine Plus is safe with your meds?
Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Betaine Plus’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Betaine 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.
- 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 3 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.
Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 3 references
- Weeks JA, Harper RA, Simon RA, Burdick JD. Assessment of sensitization risk of a laundry pre-spotter containing protease. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2011;30(4):272-9. PubMed
- Marquès LI, Lara S, Abós T, Bartolomé B. Occupational rhinitis due to pepsin. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2006;16(2):136-7. DOI
- Cartier A, Malo JL, Pineau L, Dolovich J. Occupational asthma due to pepsin. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1984;73(5 Pt 1):574-7. PubMed
See these in context on the Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 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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