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Choline Bitartrate Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by KRK Supplements

Capsule Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Choline Bitartrate is a dietary supplement by KRK Supplements 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 Bitartrate. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements

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.

This product contains one active ingredient: choline bitartrate, a form of choline — a nutrient your body uses to make acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in your brain and nerves. The capsule itself is made with gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), magnesium stearate, and silica.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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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 function and nerve transmission support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, Cognitive function, Dementia, Infant development, Neural tube birth defects — and 2 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 for choline bitartrate is mixed and incomplete. For athletic performance, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, bronchitis, hay fever, liver fat buildup related to specialized IV nutrition, and other conditions, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate it — the data just isn't there yet.

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 is generally well tolerated when used in normal food amounts or at appropriate supplement doses. However, high-dose supplements do carry a daily upper limit of 3.5 grams.

Doses above that — especially 9 grams daily or more — have been reported to cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, and a distinctive fishy body odor from how your gut metabolizes the choline. Choline is important during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but you should use it only as your doctor advises, not on your own.

Safety data on this supplement during pregnancy and lactation is rated as likely safe, but that means you need personalized guidance — talk with your doctor or midwife before starting.

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.

If you take atropine or related medications, run them through our interaction checker before starting this product — choline may reduce how well they work.

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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 for anyone interested in brain and nerve function support, but the evidence for specific conditions is still uncertain. If you take atropine or anticholinergic medications, check with your pharmacist first.

Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk to your doctor before using — choline matters in both stages, but dosing should be personalized.

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 Aug 22, 2025.

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, straight from the product label.

Brand KRK Supplements
Barcode (UPC) 609207932604
Net contents 90 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 22, 2025
DSLD ID 337329
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
45
UPC/BARCODE
609207932604
IngredientAmount% DV
Choline Bitartrate900 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use - For adults, take 2 capsules two times daily, preferably with meals.

Precautions

Warning - Not intended for persons under 18 years of age. Caution - Keep out of reach of children.

Consult your physician before using this or any dietary supplement. Do not use if safety seal is broken.

Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing or at risk of or being treated for high blood pressure and heart disease.

Storage

Store in cool dry place, avoid excessive heat.

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, but rather a dietary supplement intended for nutritional support.

Formula

Choline Bitartrate 900 mg Serving

Formulation

Supports fatty acid metabolism Supports healthy brain function Supports healthy nerve transmission Supports healthy cell membranes

Non GMO

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA GMP Facility Good Manufacturing Practice Certified

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Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.

Choline Bitartrate

Interacts with
16 drugs
900 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 Bitartrate monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements Drug Interactions

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16Drugs
16 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Choline Bitartrate 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.

Choline Bitartrate1 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
The maker

Brand information

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

KRK Supplements

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Name
KRK Supplements
Street Address
PO Box 380494
City
Clinton TWP
State
MI
ZipCode
48038-0066
Web Address
www.krksupplement.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements: Common Questions

Does Choline Bitartrate by KRK Supplements interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Choline Bitartrate 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 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.
Will choline bitartrate help my memory or prevent Alzheimer's?
We don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether choline helps with age-related memory loss or Alzheimer disease. The research just isn't complete yet for either condition. Talk to your doctor about what's proven to help with your specific concerns.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant?
The safety data rates choline as likely safe during pregnancy, and choline is actually important at that time. But you should use it only at doses your doctor recommends — not on your own. Talk with your doctor about whether you need a prenatal choline supplement.
What's that fishy smell some people report?
At high doses — especially above 3.5 grams daily — choline can cause a fishy body odor. That happens because your gut bacteria break down excess choline into trimethylamine, which your body can't fully clear. Stick to the recommended dose and you're much less likely to notice it.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
Your choline needs are actually higher while breastfeeding, so supplementation can make sense — but only under your doctor's or lactation consultant's guidance. Don't start on your own; work with a professional to figure out the right approach for you.
What's in the capsule besides the choline?
The capsule contains gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (a common binder), magnesium stearate, and silica — all standard inactive ingredients that help hold the product together.

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The Full Monographs Behind Choline Bitartrate’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Choline Bitartrate'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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