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Dietary supplement

Collagen Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vida Mia

Capsule Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Collagen is a dietary supplement by Vida Mia with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint and bone health, skin, hair, and nail support, source of dietary protein.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 Collagen by Vida Mia

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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.

Vida Mia Collagen is a single-ingredient supplement containing gelatin, a protein derived from animal sources. The capsules also contain microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable magnesium stearate, which are inactive ingredients that help form and stabilize the capsule.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Gelatin product and its label doesn't state a use — see Gelatin's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for gelatin's effectiveness is mixed and incomplete. For diarrhea, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For aging skin, brittle nails, uterine fibroids, and beta-thalassemia, there isn't enough reliable evidence in our data to rate whether it works or not. If you're considering this product for one of those purposes, talk with your pharmacist about what the current science actually supports.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Gelatin

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.

Gelatin is widely consumed in foods and is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are mild — belching, bloating, and indigestion.

A small number of people may experience an allergic reaction, ranging from hives and swelling to, in rare cases, anaphylaxis; this risk is higher if you've been sensitized to gelatin through foods or vaccines (such as MMR or DPT) in the past. Gelatin in supplement doses hasn't been well studied in pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor before using this product if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Gelatin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That's not a guarantee — it means we haven't found them in the research we hold.

Check your exact medications with the search tool on this page or ask your pharmacist if you have questions.

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.

Vida Mia Collagen is a single gelatin supplement with no documented medication interactions. It's generally well tolerated, though mild digestive side effects like bloating can occur, and allergic reactions are possible in sensitive people.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a gelatin allergy, talk with your pharmacist before starting.

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 Sep 24, 2019.

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 Collagen, straight from the product label.

Brand Vida Mia
Barcode (UPC) 4771703351
Net contents 90 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 24, 2019
DSLD ID 206464
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Collagen by Vida Mia, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
4771703351
IngredientAmount% DV
Gelatin500 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Adults, take six (6) capsules daily, take three capsules before bedtime and three with a meal.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store product at room temperature. Do not expose to excessive heat or sunlight.

See for yourself

Collagen by Vida Mia label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Collagen by Vida Mia

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Gelatin

No known
interactions
500 mg per serving Form: Collagen

Gelatin is a protein made from animal collagen, used as a food, a capsule ingredient, and a supplement for joint, skin, and bone health. For most heal...

Gelatin monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Collagen by Vida Mia Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Collagen. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Collagen, from the product label.

Vida Mia

See all Vida Mia products
Name
Magellan
City
Medley
State
Florida
Phone Number
305-636-7701
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Collagen by Vida Mia: Common Questions

Does Collagen by Vida Mia interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Collagen. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Collagen 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Gelatin in food amounts is likely safe in pregnancy. But supplement doses haven't been well studied in pregnant people, so talk with your doctor first about whether this product is right for you.
Can I take this if I'm breastfeeding?
Gelatin in food amounts is likely safe while breastfeeding. Supplement doses, though, haven't been well studied in nursing people — ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does this really work for aging skin or brittle nails?
The evidence isn't established in our data. There simply isn't enough reliable research yet to say whether gelatin is effective for those uses. Your pharmacist can help you weigh other options.
What side effects might I experience?
Most people tolerate gelatin well. The most common side effects are mild — belching, bloating, and indigestion. Allergic reactions are rare but possible, especially if you've been sensitized to gelatin through foods or vaccines like MMR or DPT.
Is this safe if I'm allergic to gelatin?
No — you should avoid this product if you have a known gelatin allergy. Allergic reactions to gelatin can range from hives and swelling to, in rare cases, anaphylaxis.

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Collagen label
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The Full Monographs Behind Collagen’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Collagen'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 11 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.

Gelatin 11 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Schwick HG, Heide K. Immunochemistry and immunology of collagen and gelatin. Bibl Haematol 1969;33:111-25. PubMed
  3. Moskowitz RW. Role of collagen hydrolysate in bone and joint disease.Semin Arthritis Rheum 2000;30:87-99. PubMed
  4. Kelso JM. The gelatin story. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103:200-2.
  5. Nakayama T, Aizawa C, Kuno-Sakai H. A clinical analysis of gelatin allergy and determination of its causal relationship to the previous administration of gelatin-containing acellular pertussis vaccine combined with diphtheria and tetanus toxoids. J Allerg PubMed
  6. Sakaguchi M, Inouye S. Anaphylaxis to gelatin-containing rectal suppositories. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2001;108:1033-4. PubMed
  7. PDR Electronic Library. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2001.
  8. de la Fuente Tornero E, Vega Castro A, de Sierra Hernández PÁ, et al. Kounis syndrome during anesthesia: Presentation of indolent systemic mastocytosis: A case report. A Case Rep. 2017;8(9):226-228. PubMed
  9. Ventura Spagnolo E, Calapai G, Minciullo PL, Mannucci C, Asmundo A, Gangemi S. Lethal anaphylactic reaction to intravenous gelatin in the course of surgery. Am J Ther. 2016;23(6):e1344-e1346. PubMed
  10. Li Y, He H, Yang L, Li X, Li D, Luo S. Therapeutic effect of Colla corii asini on improving anemia and hemoglobin compositions in pregnant women with thalassemia. Int J Hematol. 2016;104(5):559-565. PubMed
  11. Coury JR, Skaggs KF, Marciano GF, et al. Intraoperative Anaphylaxis to the Bovine Flowable Gelatin Matrix: A Report of 2 Cases. JBJS Case Connect 2022;12(1). PubMed

See these in context on the Gelatin 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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