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Cerebra GPC Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutrasal

Cerebra GPC label
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Liquid Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 9, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Cerebra GPC 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Cerebra GPC is a dietary supplement by Nutrasal with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and learning support, age-related cognitive decline, alzheimer's disease and dementia (under study).Based on those ingredients, 16 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are GPC. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal

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.

Cerebra GPC is a liquid supplement containing one active ingredient: alpha-GPC (also called GPC). Alpha-GPC is a compound naturally found in the brain that plays a role in cell structure and communication.

The liquid also contains two inactive ingredients — deionized water and vegetable glycerin — as the base.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
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: memory and learning support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alzheimer disease, Cognitive function, Vascular dementia, age-related cognitive decline, dementia.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Alpha-gpc is rated "Possibly Effective" for Alzheimer disease (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Alpha-gpc is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Cognitive function, Vascular dementia.

The evidence for alpha-GPC is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for Alzheimer disease, meaning some studies suggest a benefit.

For cognitive function, brain tumors, vascular dementia, and stroke, the evidence is insufficient — we don't have reliable data to know either way whether it helps.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Alpha-gpc

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.

Alpha-GPC is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, but long-term safety isn't fully established. Rarely, people have reported dizziness, headache, insomnia, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.

There's also a rare serious concern: alpha-GPC use for at least 2 months has been associated with an elevated stroke risk compared with non-users or shorter-term users. The product's safety information notes there isn't enough data for some uses, so talk with your doctor before starting.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Alpha-gpc

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Alpha-gpc.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 16 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.

Scopolamine (Transderm Scop) is the main medication to flag — alpha-GPC might reduce how well it works to prevent motion sickness. Our data documents this specific interaction, but we hold monograph information for only this one drug type.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Cerebra GPC may be worth considering if you're interested in cognitive or Alzheimer support and your doctor agrees — the evidence for Alzheimer is the strongest here. If you take scopolamine (Transderm Scop) for motion sickness, check with your pharmacist first.

Long-term safety data is limited, so have a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for your situation.

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 Feb 23, 2022.

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 Cerebra GPC, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutrasal
Barcode (UPC) 013964578843
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 Milliliter(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2022
DSLD ID 261267
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal, 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 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 mL
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
013964578843
IngredientAmount% DV
GPC600 mg--

Other ingredients: deionized Water, Vegetable Glycerin

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Label statements
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Formula

Each Serving Provides: 600 mg of Glycerophosphocholine (GPC). Cerebra GPC is a superior source of highly absorbed, and biologically preferred choline.

(alpha-glycerophosphocholine)

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested usage: As a dietary supplement, take 2 mL (600 mg) per day or as directed by your physician.

Storage

Storage: Keep closed in a dry place at controlled room temperature. 59 degrees-86 degrees F (15 degrees-30 degrees C)

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Nutrasal Advanced Lipid Science

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

Pharmaceutical grade

No: Wheat, gluten, corn protein, soy protein, yeast, dairy products, artificial colors, sweeteners, or

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Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal label

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Cerebra GPC label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal

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

Serving size2 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

GPC

Interacts with
16 drugs
600 mg per serving Form: Alpha-Glycerophosphocholine

Alpha-GPC is a choline-containing compound used mainly for memory, brain health, and as a choline source. There is some evidence it may help cognition...

GPC monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Deionized Water, Vegetable Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal Drug Interactions

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16Drugs
16 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

GPC 16

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Cerebra GPC interact with 16 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Cerebra GPC interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. GPC

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Cerebra GPC 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.

GPC1 drug type · 16 drugs

Scopolamine (Transderm Scop)

Theoretically, alpha-GPC might decrease the effects of scopolamine.
A small clinical study shows that alpha-GPC can partially counteract the attention and memory impairment effects caused by scopolamine given intramuscularly. Whether alpha-GPC can decrease the beneficial anti-motion sickness effects of the scopolamine patch (Transderm Scop) is unclear.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
GPC full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Cerebra GPC, from the product label.

Nutrasal

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Name
Nutrasal, Inc.
City
Scottsdale
State
AZ
Phone Number
800.777.1886
Web Address
www.nutrasal.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal: Common Questions

Does Cerebra GPC by Nutrasal interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Cerebra GPC has a known interaction with 16 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Cerebra GPC 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.
What is alpha-GPC and what does it do?
Alpha-GPC is a natural compound found in the brain that helps with cell structure and communication. It's used in supplements aimed at supporting brain health and cognitive function.
Does Cerebra GPC work for memory and thinking?
The evidence is limited. It's rated possibly effective for Alzheimer disease, meaning some studies suggest a benefit. For general cognitive function, we don't have reliable evidence yet to say whether it helps.
What side effects should I watch for?
Alpha-GPC is generally well tolerated, but rare side effects can include dizziness, headache, insomnia, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. More seriously, use for at least 2 months has been linked to a higher stroke risk — talk with your doctor if you have stroke risk factors.
Is it safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have enough safety data for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing — they can give you personalized advice based on your situation.
What's in the bottle besides the active ingredient?
The liquid base contains deionized water and vegetable glycerin. These are inactive ingredients that help deliver the alpha-GPC.

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The Full Monographs Behind Cerebra GPC’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Alpha-gpc

Interacts with 16 drugs

Alpha-GPC is a choline-containing compound used mainly for memory, brain health, and as a choline source. There is some evidence it may help cognition in people with dementia, but evidence i...

Read the full Alpha-gpc monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Cerebra GPC'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 4 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.

Alpha-gpc 4 references
  1. Di Perri R, Coppola G, Ambrosio LA, et al. A multicentre trial to the evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine versus cytosine diphosphocholine in patients with vascular dementia. J Int Med Res 1991;19:330-41.
  2. Barbagallo Sangiorgi G, Barbagallo M, Giordano M, et al. Alpha-glycerophosphocholine in the mental recovery of cerebral ischemic attacks: An Italian multicenter clinical trial. Ann N Y Acad Sci 1994;717:253-69. PubMed
  3. Canal N, Franceschi M, Alberoni M, et al. Effect of L-alpha-glyceryl-phosphorylcholine on amnesia caused by scopolamine. Int J Clin Pharmacol Ther Toxicol 1991;29:103-7.
  4. Lee G, Choi S, Chang J, et al. Association of L-a glycerylphosphorylcholine with subsequent stroke risk after 10 Years. JAMA Netw Open 2021;4(11):e2136008.

See these in context on the Alpha-gpc 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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