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Dietary supplement

Collagen Peptides Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ancient Nutrition

Tablet Or Pill Category: Amino Acid/protein
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Collagen Peptides is a dietary supplement by Ancient Nutrition with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for skin health and wrinkles, joint pain and osteoarthritis, bone health.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 Peptides by Ancient Nutrition

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

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • “Collagen Complex” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1.30 Gram(s)) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product has 2 active ingredients. Hydrolyzed bovine hide collagen peptides is a broken-down form of collagen from cow hide, designed to be absorbed and used by your body.

The product also lists a collagen complex and fermented eggshell membrane collagen. Several inactive ingredients like wax, gum, and lecithin are included as binders and fillers to hold the tablet together.

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: Supports healthy hair, skin, and joints.
  • We looked for evidence on: Aging skin, Wrinkled skin, Joint pain, Knee pain, Osteoarthritis, Brittle nails — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Collagen Peptides is rated "Possibly Effective" for Aging skin (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Collagen Peptides is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Brittle nails, Osteoarthritis, Knee pain, Wrinkled skin, and more.

The hydrolyzed bovine hide collagen peptides show possibly effective evidence for aging skin and dry skin. For muscle strength, the evidence leans toward possibly ineffective.

The data on acne and athletic performance isn't established enough to rate either way. Keep in mind that collagen peptides are a protein supplement — the evidence for skin and skin-related goals is the strongest, but results vary from person to person.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Collagen Peptides

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.

Collagen peptides are generally well tolerated as a dietary protein. Side effects like nausea, indigestion (dyspepsia), diarrhea, and gas are possible but rare.

Safety data during pregnancy is limited, so talk with your doctor before using if you're pregnant. During breastfeeding, there's little safety information available, so caution is advised and you should discuss it with your healthcare provider first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Collagen Peptides

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. Still, use the medication search tool below with your exact prescriptions before starting — we couldn't verify one of the ingredients in this product.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition could be worth trying if you're interested in supporting aging or dry skin — the evidence for those uses is the strongest. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should check with their doctor first because safety data is sparse.

If you take regular medications, run them through the interaction checker on this page before you start.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 19, 2021.

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 Peptides, straight from the product label.

Brand Ancient Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 816401025708
Net contents 30 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 256462
Product type Amino Acid/protein
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
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 Peptides by Ancient Nutrition, 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
30
UPC/BARCODE
816401025708
IngredientAmount% DV
hydrolyzed Bovine Hide Collagen Peptides0 NP--
Collagen Complex1.3 Gram(s)--
fermented Eggshell Membrane Collagen0 NP--

Other ingredients: organic Copernicia cerifera Wax, organic Gum Acacia, organic Agave Inulin, organic Rice hull concentrate, organic Glycerin, organic Sunflower Lecithin, organic Guar Gum

Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.

Label statements
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General Statements

Dr. Axe Formula

Save the World with Superfoods Ancientnutrition.com @ancientnutrition Facebook Instagram

Clinically studied ingredient for results in as little as one day

Formulation

Supports healthy hair skin joints

Color and odor may vary from lot to lot.

Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.

FDA Statement of Identity

Whole food dietary supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Once daily

Suggested Use: Adults take one tablet per day with 8 ounces of water.

Precautions

Contains: Egg.

Warning: As with any dietary supplement consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or under medical supervision.

If you are currently undergoing HIV treatment, chemotherapy, or allograft therapy, do not use before consulting your physician. Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a 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.

See for yourself

Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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.

Collagen Complex

1.3 Gram(s) per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Organic Copernicia cerifera Wax, Organic Gum Acacia, Organic Agave Inulin, Organic Rice hull concentrate, Organic Glycerin, Organic Sunflower Lecithin, Organic Guar Gum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Collagen Peptides. 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 Peptides, from the product label.

Ancient Nutrition

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Name
Ancient Nutrition, LLC
Street Address
2000 Mallory Lane Suite 130-307
City
Franklin
State
TN
ZipCode
37067
Web Address
www.AncientNutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Collagen Peptides by Ancient Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Collagen Peptides. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Collagen Peptides contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 this cause any side effects?
Nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, and gas are possible, but these side effects are rare. Most people tolerate collagen peptides well as a dietary protein.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Safety data in pregnancy is limited. Talk with your doctor before using if you're pregnant — they can advise you based on your health history.
Is this safe while breastfeeding?
There's little safety information available during breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it — they can help you decide if it's right for you.
Does this actually help with aging skin?
The evidence says collagen peptides are possibly effective for aging skin and dry skin. Results vary, so it may help but isn't guaranteed to work for everyone.
Will this help me build muscle?
The evidence for muscle strength leans toward possibly ineffective. If you're looking to build muscle, focus on your training and overall protein intake first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Collagen Peptides’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 Peptides'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 2 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.

Collagen Peptides 2 references
  1. Trc T, Bohmová J. Efficacy and tolerance of enzymatic hydrolysed collagen (EHC) vs. glucosamine sulphate (GS) in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). Int Orthop. 2011;35(3):341-8. PubMed
  2. Evans M, Lewis ED, Zakaria N, Pelipyagina T, Guthrie N. A randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel study to evaluate the efficacy of a freshwater marine collagen on skin wrinkles and elasticity. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2021;20(3):825-834. PubMed

See these in context on the Collagen Peptides 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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