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Choline Bitartrate 650 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Best Naturals

Choline Bitartrate 650 mg label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Minor
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Choline Bitartrate 650 mg 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

Choline Bitartrate 650 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for liver health and fatty liver, brain and memory support, prenatal nutrition and fetal development.Based on those ingredients, 16 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Choline. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 16, 2026

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.
  • “Choline” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (265 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains one active ingredient: choline bitartrate, a form of choline — a nutrient that plays a role in brain function, cell structure, and nerve signaling. Each tablet or pill delivers 650 mg.

The rest is inactive ingredients: dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and pharmaceutical glaze — these are fillers and binders that hold the tablet together.

Does it work?

Not established
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
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Choline's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: brain health and acetylcholine production.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, Cognitive function, Dementia, Infant development, Neural tube birth defects — and 3 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Choline is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Age-related cognitive decline (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Choline is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alzheimer disease, Cognitive function, Dementia, Neural tube birth defects, and more.

The evidence on choline bitartrate is limited. For athletic performance, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective — meaning we don't have solid evidence it helps.

For the other conditions in our database — bronchitis, age-related cognitive decline, liver fat from IV nutrition, hay fever, and Alzheimer's disease — there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works. If you're considering this supplement for a specific reason, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the evidence supports its use for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Choline

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.

Choline bitartrate is generally well tolerated when taken at normal doses. The supplement has a daily upper limit of 3.5 grams; doses beyond that can cause side effects.

At very high doses — 9 grams or more daily — some people report diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and salivation. A fishy body odor can occur because your gut breaks down excess choline into trimethylamine.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, choline is important for your baby's development, but you should use supplements only under your doctor's guidance rather than on your own. Always stick to the dose on the label.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Choline

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 — Choline.
  • 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.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take atropine (an anticholinergic medication). Choline may decrease how well atropine works in your brain.

No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check, but that's not a guarantee none exist — your pharmacist can verify your full medication list.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Choline bitartrate is a straightforward supplement for people interested in this nutrient, but the evidence that it improves specific health conditions is limited. If you take atropine or any other medications, check them against the tool on this page first.

Pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking prescriptions? Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start.

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 Jul 21, 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 Choline Bitartrate 650 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Best Naturals
Barcode (UPC) 817716014265
Net contents 180 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 21, 2022
DSLD ID 269447
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals, 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)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
817716014265
IngredientAmount% DV
Choline Bitartrate650 mg--
Choline265 mg48%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Pharmaceutical Glaze

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Label statements
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.
Formula

Choline is part of the B-Complex vitamins and is critical for the optimal functioning of cells. Choline is an essential precursor to acetylcholine, a stimulatory neurotransmitter. It helps the body produce HDL (good) cholesterol and lipotropic agents which convert fat into useful products. Certain research publications indicate that Choline Bitartrate may help support the following: Supports healthy brain & cellular function. Supports nerve & liver health. Supports mental acuity & energy.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) tablet twice daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Keep in cool, dry place.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product

Formulation

Premium formula

3rd party lab tested

No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no corn, no soy, no egg, no milk, no lactose, no gluten, no wheat, no yeast, no fish.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

For additional information call 1-877-659-6004

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Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals label

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Choline Bitartrate 650 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals

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

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Choline

Interacts with
16 drugs
265 mg per serving

Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like egg...

Choline monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Pharmaceutical Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Choline 16

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Choline Bitartrate 650 mg interact with 16 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Choline Bitartrate 650 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Choline

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Choline Bitartrate 650 mg 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.

Choline1 drug type · 16 drugs

Atropine

Theoretically, choline might decrease the effects of atropine in the brain.
Animal research shows that administering choline one hour before administering atropine can attenuate atropine-induced decreases in brain levels of acetylcholine. Theoretically, concomitant use of choline and atropine may decrease the effects of atropine.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Choline full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Choline Bitartrate 650 mg, from the product label.

Best Naturals

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Name
Best Naturals
Street Address
PO Box 394
City
Kenilworth
State
NJ
ZipCode
07033
Phone Number
1-877-659-6004
Web Address
www.shopbestnaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals: Common Questions

Does Choline Bitartrate 650 mg by Best Naturals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Choline Bitartrate 650 mg 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?
Choline Bitartrate 650 mg 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.
Is this safe to take during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
The safety data rates choline as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That said, choline needs are higher while you're breastfeeding, and any supplemental doses should be guided by your doctor rather than chosen on your own. Talk with your OB or healthcare provider about the right amount for you.
What's the most common side effect?
At normal doses, this product is well tolerated. At very high doses — well above what's on the label — some people notice a fishy body odor. That happens because your gut breaks down excess choline into a compound called trimethylamine.
Can choline help with memory or brain aging?
For age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease, there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to say whether choline helps. If you're interested in it for brain health, ask your doctor whether the research supports it for your situation.
Does it improve athletic performance?
The evidence suggests choline bitartrate is possibly ineffective for athletic performance. If you're an athlete looking for a supplement, this one doesn't have strong support for that purpose.
What is choline, and why do I need it?
Choline is a nutrient your brain, nerves, and cells need to work properly. Your body makes some choline, but you also get it from food and supplements. It's especially important during pregnancy and breastfeeding for your baby's development.
Is there a daily limit on how much choline I should take?
Yes. The upper limit is 3.5 grams per day. Doses above that can cause side effects like nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. Stick to the dose on the label and don't exceed it.

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The Full Monographs Behind Choline Bitartrate 650 mg’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Choline

Interacts with 16 drugs

Choline is an essential nutrient your body needs for liver function, brain health, and nerve signaling, and many people get enough from foods like eggs, meat, and fish. Supplements may help...

Read the full Choline monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Choline Bitartrate 650 mg'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.

Choline 14 references
  1. Yates AA, Schlicker SA, Suitor CW. Dietary reference intakes: The new basis for recommendations for calcium and related nutrients, B vitamins, and choline. J Am Diet Assoc 1998;98:699-706. PubMed
  2. Cho E, Willett WC, Colditz GA, et al. Dietary choline and betaine and the risk of distal colorectal adenoma in women. J Natl Cancer Inst 2007;99:1224-31. PubMed
  3. Schmidt, C., Abicht, A., Krampfl, K., Voss, W., Stucka, R., Mildner, G., Petrova, S., Schara, U., Mortier, W., Bufler, J., Huebner, A., and Lochmuller, H. Congenital myasthenic syndrome due to a novel missense mutation in the gene encoding choline acetyl
  4. Tamminga, C., Smith, R. C., Chang, S., Haraszti, J. S., and Davis, J. M. Depression associated with oral choline. Lancet 10-23-1976;2(7991):905. PubMed
  5. Wood, J. L. and Allison, R. G. Effects of consumption of choline and lecithin on neurological and cardiovascular systems. Fed.Proc. 1982;41(14):3015-3021.
  6. Growdon, J. H. and Gelenberg, A. J. Choline and lecithin administration to patients with tardive dyskinesia. Trans.Am.Neurol.Assoc. 1978;103:95-99.
  7. Smith, C. M., Swash, M., Exton-Smith, A. N., Phillips, M. J., Overstall, P. W., Piper, M. E., and Bailey, M. R. Choline therapy in Alzheimer's disease. Lancet 8-5-1978;2(8084):318. PubMed
  8. Morrison, L. M. and W. F. Gonzales. Choline in coronary atherosclerosis. Amer.Heart J. 1950;39:729.
  9. Christie, J. G. Blackburn 1. M. Glen A. I. M. Zeisel S. Shering A. & Yates C. M. Effects of choline and lecithin on CSF choline levels and on cognitive functioning in patients with presenile dementia of the Alzheimer type. Nutrition and the brain 1979;5
  10. Sidhu N, Davies S, Nadarajah A, et al. Oral choline supplementation for postoperative pain. Br J Anaesth 2013;111(2):249-55. PubMed
  11. Wozniak JR, Fuglestad AJ, Eckerle JK, et al. Choline supplementation in children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders has high feasibility and tolerability. Nutr Res. 2013;33(11):897-904. PubMed
  12. Wozniak JR, Fuglestad AJ, Eckerle JK, et al. Choline supplementation in children with fetal alcohol disorders: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr. 2015;102(5): 1113-25.
  13. Ross RG, Hunter SK, McCarthy L, et al. Perinatal choline effects on neonatal pathophysiology related to later schizophrenia risk. Am J Psychiatry. 2013;170(3):290-8. PubMed
  14. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Choline. Dietary Reference Intakes: Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B-6, Vitamin B-12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline. Washington D.C.: National Academy Press; 1998:390-422.

See these in context on the Choline 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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