Blox Pink Lemonade Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by BPI Sports
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Blox Pink Lemonade 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
Blox Pink Lemonade is a dietary supplement by BPI Sports with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for sleep quality and insomnia, relaxation, cognitive function.Based on those ingredients, 4 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are L-Threonine, Glycine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports
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
Low disclosure
Blox Pink Lemonade is a powder blend with 5 active ingredients, all amino acids (the building blocks of protein). You get glycine, L-alanine, L-valine, L-threonine, and a proprietary mix called SAA SEQUENCED PROTEINS™.
These are branched-chain and related amino acids often used in fitness and performance supplements. The inactive ingredients are citric acid, silica, taurine, natural and artificial flavors, sucralose, acesulfame-K, and FD&C Red No.
40.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for these amino acids varies widely and is incomplete. Glycine shows "possibly effective" for schizophrenia, though that finding is modest.
L-Serine is also "possibly effective" for schizophrenia. For everything else listed in our data — BPH, cognitive function, diabetes, diarrhea-related dehydration, fatigue, ALS, multiple sclerosis, familial spastic paraparesis, spasticity, Alzheimer disease, back pain, and PTSD — the evidence is either insufficient to rate or, in the case of ALS, suggests the ingredient may not work.
We don't hold effectiveness data for L-Valine or L-Alanine beyond sufficiency ratings that are all "insufficient." In other words, this product's fitness and performance claims aren't backed by strong evidence in our monographs.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
These amino acids are generally well tolerated at typical doses, though long-term safety data are limited — especially for glycine and L-serine in supplement form. Reported side effects are usually mild: rare sedation, irritability, insomnia, memory problems, headache, and sensory changes with glycine; mild GI upset (soft stools, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth) with glycine; headache and GI upset (diarrhea, constipation, gas, abdominal pain, bloating) with L-threonine; and GI distress (abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, loss of appetite) with L-serine.
Rarely, high doses of L-serine may cause seizures or reversible eye jerking (nystagmus). Pregnancy and breastfeeding data are sparse: L-alanine is likely safe in dietary amounts; L-threonine, glycine, and L-serine have insufficient data, so avoid supplemental doses unless your doctor approves.
We have no pregnancy/breastfeeding data on file for L-valine.
Meds to double-check
Major interaction found
Check your medications against this product if you take NMDA antagonists (Major interaction with L-threonine) or clozapine/Clozaril (Moderate interaction with glycine). These are the only two drug types with documented interactions in our data.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you take NMDA antagonists (seizure or pain medications) or clozapine for schizophrenia, check with your pharmacist before using this product — the amino acids may reduce their effectiveness. For everyone else without those medications, the product is generally well tolerated, though long-term safety in supplement form isn't fully established.
Talk to your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any prescription medication.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 26, 2014.
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 Blox Pink Lemonade, straight from the product label.
| Brand | BPI Sports |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 851780002896 |
| Net contents | 5.29 oz.; 150 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 26, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 30882 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| 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 Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Glycine | 0 NP | -- |
| L-Alanine | 0 NP | -- |
| L-Valine | 0 NP | -- |
| L-Threonine | 0 NP | -- |
| L-Serine | 0 NP | -- |
| SAA SEQUENCED PROTEINS(TM) | 3960 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Citric Acid, Silica, Taurine, Natural & Artificial flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, FD&C Red No. 40
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These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Seals/Symbols
bpi
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
General Statements
EXERCISE PERFORMANCE*+ - ENERGY*+ - MUSCLE*+ - EXERCISE PERFORMANCE*+ - ENERGY*+ - MUSCLE*+
The Amino Acid Formula for Strength, Muscle, and Performance Training.*+
JUST 1 ULTRA CONCENTRATED SCOOP IS ALL YOU NEED! TRAINING DAYS_______________ # OF SCOOPS Pre-Workout_________________ 1 Intra-Workout________________ 1 Post-Workout_________________ 1 NON-TRAINING DAYS___________ # OF SCOOPS Morning, Noon or Night_________ 1
Silk Amino Acid (SAA) Building Blocks
What exactly are SAAs? SAAs (Silk Amino Acids) are a remarkable and innovative Amino Acid Sequence. You see, SAAs are a chain of 18 plus particular amino acids — but, it’s not so much the 18 that researchers found to be of greatest import … it’s five — yes, five — in a precise sequence and precise ratio that matter! And, when these five SAAs are in this precise sequence and precise ratio … the effects can be outstanding!*+
+When combined with a proper exercise and nutrition regimen. Statements based on early-stage independent 3rd party in vivo and / or in vitro model scientific research data findings.
May Promote: Muscle*+ Energy*+ Exercise Performance*+ Ultra Concentrated Ratios
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.
Precautions
Get the consent of a licensed physician before using this product, especially if you are taking medication, have a medical condition, you are pregnant, nursing or thinking about becoming pregnant.
Do not exceed recommended dose.
KEEP THIS PRODUCT AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Warnings: Not intended for use by persons under age 18.
Brand IP Statement(s)
BLOX(TM) — GROUNDBREAKING DISCOVERY!
General
Rev. 01-001-BLX001 03/13
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take one (1) serving (1 scoop) blended into 8oz of ice cold water, either before, during, or after workout, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. On non-training days, take one (1) serving (1 scoop) first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.
Please read entire label before use.
Formula
Natural and Artificial Flavors
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Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports 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 Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports
These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container30 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.
SAA SEQUENCED PROTEINS(TM)
- › Glycine
- › L-Alanine
- › L-Valine
- › L-Threonine
- › L-Serine
Other (inactive) ingredients: Citric Acid, Silica, Taurine, Natural & Artificial flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, FD&C Red No. 40. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Blox Pink Lemonade by BPI Sports contains amino acids that interact with a small number of medications.
The most serious concern is L-Threonine, which may decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists (a Major interaction) — drugs used for seizures, pain, and other conditions. Threonine raises glycine levels in the brain, and glycine enhances how these receptors work, potentially reducing the medication's benefit.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Glycine itself carries a Moderate interaction with clozapine (Clozaril), an antipsychotic for schizophrenia. One small study showed that adding glycine to clozapine actually worsened schizophrenia symptoms, though the exact reason isn't clear.
L-Alanine and L-Serine, the other amino acids in this product, have no documented interactions. We could not check L-Valine — we hold no interaction data for it.
If you take NMDA antagonists, clozapine, or any prescription medication, run your exact drugs through the checker below before you start this supplement.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Blox Pink Lemonade interact with 4 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 5 ingredients in Blox Pink Lemonade interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. L-Threonine Glycine
MemantineEbixa
How Memantine interacts with Blox Pink Lemonade — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine interactionMemantine HydrochlorideNamenda
How Memantine Hydrochloride interacts with Blox Pink Lemonade — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine Hydrochloride interactionMemantine, DonepezilNamzaric
How Memantine, Donepezil interacts with Blox Pink Lemonade — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
L-threonineNmda Antagonists Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Read the full L-threonine + Memantine, Donepezil interactionClozapineClozaril, Versacloz
How Clozapine interacts with Blox Pink Lemonade — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
GlycineClozapine (clozaril) Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, glycine might decrease the effectiveness of clozapine.
Read the full Glycine + Clozapine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Blox Pink Lemonade with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
L-Threonine
Nmda Antagonists
Theoretically, threonine might decrease the effects of NMDA antagonists.
Threonine increases central nervous system (CNS) glycine levels. Glycine seems to bind a site on NMDA receptors and enhance the activity of the receptors.
Glycine
Clozapine (Clozaril)
Theoretically, glycine might decrease the effectiveness of clozapine.
One small clinical study in patients with schizophrenia shows that adding glycine to clozapine therapy worsens symptoms of schizophrenia when compared with clozapine alone. The mechanism of this interaction is unclear.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Blox Pink Lemonade, from the product label.
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The Full Monographs Behind Blox Pink Lemonade’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Glycine
Interacts with 1 drugGlycine is a non-essential amino acid your body makes on its own and that also appears in protein-rich foods. It is most studied for improving sleep quality, where early research is promisin...
Read the full Glycine monograph → Herb & supplement monographAlpha-alanine
Alpha-alanine (usually called alanine) is a non-essential amino acid your body can make on its own and that you also get from protein foods. Most people do not need a supplement, and strong...
Read the full Alpha-alanine monograph → Herb & supplement monographThreonine
Interacts with 3 drugsThreonine is an essential amino acid your body needs but cannot make, so you must get it from food or supplements. Most people get plenty from a normal diet, and high-quality evidence for ta...
Read the full Threonine monograph → Herb & supplement monographSerine
Serine is an amino acid your body can make on its own and also gets from protein-rich foods, so most people do not need a supplement. L-serine has been studied for certain neurological condi...
Read the full Serine monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Blox Pink Lemonade'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 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.
Glycine 5 references
- Heresco-Levy U, Javitt DC, Ermilov M, et al. Efficacy of high-dose glycine in the treatment of enduring negative symptoms of schizophrenia. Arch Gen Psychiatry 1999;56:29-36.. PubMed
- Potkin SG, Jin Y, Bunney BG, Costa J, Gulasekaram B. Effect of clozapine and adjunctive high-dose glycine in treatment-resistant schizophrenia. Am J Psychiatry 1999;156:145-7.. PubMed
- Gusev EI, Skvortsova VI, Dambinova SA, et al. Neuroprotective effects of glycine for therapy of acute ischaemic stroke. Cerebrovasc Dis 2000;10:49-60. PubMed
- Inagawa K, Kawai N, Ono K, Sukegawa E, Tsubuku S, Takahashi M. Assessment of acute adverse effects of glycine ingestion at a high dose in human volunteers. Seikatsu Eisei. 2006; 50:27-32.
- Woods SW, Walsh BC, Hawkins KA, Miller TJ, Saksa JR, D'Souza DC, Pearlson GD, Javitt DC, McGlashan TH, Krystal JH. Glycine treatment of the risk syndrome for psychosis: report of two pilot studies. Eur Neuropsychopharmacol. 2013 Aug;23(8):931-40. PubMed
Alpha-alanine 2 references
Threonine 4 references
- Tandan R, Bromberg MB, Forshew D, et al. A controlled trial of amino acid therapy in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: I. Clinical, functional, and maximum isometric torque data. Neurology 1996;47:1220-6. PubMed
- Lee A, Patterson V. A double blind study of L-threonine in patients with spinal spasticity. Acta Neurol Scand 1993;88:334-8. PubMed
- Blin O, Pouget J, Aubrespy G, et al. A double-blind placebo controlled trial of L-threonine in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. J Neurol 1992;239:79-81.
- Roufs JB. L-threonine as a symptomatic treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Med Hypotheses 1991;34:20-3. PubMed
Serine 3 references
- Fridman V, Suriyanarayanan S, Novak P, et al. Randomized trial of l-serine in patients with hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy type 1. Neurology. 2019;92(4):e359-e370.
- Kantrowitz JT, Malhotra AK, Cornblatt B, et al. High dose D-serine in the treatment of schizophrenia. Schizophr Res. 2010 Aug;121(1-3):125-30. PubMed
- Levine TD, Miller RG, Bradley WG, et al. Phase I clinical trial of safety of L-serine for ALS patients. Amyotroph Lateral Scler Frontotemporal Degener. 2017;18(1-2):107-111. PubMed
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