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DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Supplements Co.

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg is a dietary supplement by Pure Supplements Co. with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and focus, mood and mental clarity, adhd-type symptoms.Based on those ingredients, 219 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are 2-Dimethylaminoethanol. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co.

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: 2-dimethylaminoethanol (also called deanol), supplied at 450 mg per capsule. The capsule itself is made of gelatin, an inactive ingredient that holds the powder.

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 Deanol product and its label doesn't state a use — see Deanol'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 we hold doesn't support using this product for Alzheimer disease — it's rated likely ineffective for that use. For tardive dyskinesia (involuntary movements sometimes linked to psychiatric medications), the evidence is also likely ineffective.

For aging skin, ADHD, and athletic performance, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to rate whether it works. This means the science hasn't been settled, not that it definitely doesn't work — but we can't claim effectiveness on those bases with the data available.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Deanol

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.

Deanol is generally well tolerated by some adults, but the safety data is limited and side effects do occur. The most common side effects reported are abdominal cramps, abdominal pain, diarrhea, drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting.

Less common but documented are constipation, headache, insomnia, overstimulation, lucid dreams, confusion, and depression. At higher doses (over 1000 mg daily), there's a risk of mood changes including depression and hypomania, especially in people with psychiatric conditions; doses of 1500 mg daily have been reported to worsen schizophrenia symptoms.

There isn't enough safety data for pregnancy, so pregnancy is not recommended. The safety data also advises against use while breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Deanol

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 — Deanol.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • For scale: 219 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.

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you're on anticholinergic drugs — like some medications for overactive bladder, certain allergy or cold remedies, or some muscle relaxants — or if you're on cholinergic drugs like some Parkinson disease or myasthenia gravis medications. Deanol may theoretically change how these work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This product might interest someone looking for cognitive or mood support, but the evidence doesn't back up those uses. If you have a psychiatric condition, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding, don't take it without talking to your own doctor or pharmacist first.

Before you start, run your current medications through the checker on this page — the interaction with anticholinergic and cholinergic drugs is real enough to warrant a conversation with your healthcare provider.

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 Jun 16, 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 DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Supplements Co.
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 16, 2022
DSLD ID 270310
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
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 DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co., 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
100
IngredientAmount% DV
2-Dimethylaminoethanol450 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsules

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Label statements
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Formulation

Our DMAE Bitartrate capsules are lab-verified and pure with no additives or fillers for optimal quality.

Our DMAE Bitartrate capsules are lab-verified and pure with no additives or fillers for optimal quality.

No fillers

Lab-verified

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily, preferably with meals.

Take with at least 8 oz of liquid.

Precautions

If pregnant, nursing, or taking medications, consult your physician.

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co. label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co.

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 container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

2-Dimethylaminoethanol

Interacts with
219 drugs
450 mg per serving

Deanol (DMAE) is a compound related to choline that is marketed for memory, focus, and mood, but solid human evidence for most of these uses is limite...

2-Dimethylaminoethanol monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsules. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co. Drug Interactions

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219Drugs
219 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in DMAE Bitartrate 450 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.

2-Dimethylaminoethanol2 drug types · 219 drugs

Anticholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, deanol might decrease the effectiveness of anticholinergic drugs.
Deanol is thought to increase acetylcholine levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
Cholinergic Drugs

Theoretically, deanol might increase the effects and adverse effects of cholinergic drugs.
Deanol is thought to increase acetylcholine levels.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg, from the product label.

Pure Supplements Co.

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Name
Pure Supplements
Street Address
500 S 500 W BLDG 1
City
Lindon
State
UT
ZipCode
84042
Phone Number
801-903-2280
Web Address
puresupplementsco.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co.: Common Questions

Does DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg by Pure Supplements Co. interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg has a known interaction with 219 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
DMAE Bitartrate 450 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 it safe to take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against use in pregnancy, and there isn't enough safety information for breastfeeding. Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
What are the most common side effects?
The most common ones reported are abdominal cramps and pain, diarrhea, drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting. If you have a psychiatric condition, be aware that higher doses have been linked to mood changes and, in some cases, worsening of schizophrenia symptoms.
Does this actually work for Alzheimer disease or ADHD?
For Alzheimer disease, the evidence we hold rates it likely ineffective. For ADHD, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or doesn't — the science hasn't been settled on that one.
What exactly is deanol and what's it supposed to do?
Deanol (2-dimethylaminoethanol) is thought to increase acetylcholine, a chemical messenger in your brain. That's why it's been studied for cognitive and mood conditions, though the evidence for those uses is limited or not established.
What's in the capsule besides the active ingredient?
The capsule itself is made of gelatin. There are no other fillers or additives listed.

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The Full Monographs Behind DMAE Bitartrate 450 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

DMAE Bitartrate 450 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 15 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.

Deanol 15 references
  1. Davies C, Maidment S, Hanley P, et al. Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE). HSE. Risk assessment document; EH72/2;1997. (TOXLINE).
  2. Re O. 2-Dimethylaminoethanol (deanol): a brief review of its clinical efficacy and postulated mechanism of action. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp 1974;16:1238-42.
  3. Pieralisi G, Ripari P, Vecchiet L. Effects of a standardized ginseng extract combined with dimethylaminoethanol bitartrate, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements on physical performance during exercise. Clin Ther 1991;13:373-82.
  4. George J, Pridmore S, Aldous D. Double blind controlled trial of deanol in tardive dyskinesia. Aust N Z J Psychiatry 1981;15:68-71. PubMed
  5. Penovich P, Morgan JP, Kerzner B, et al. Double-blind evaluation of deanol in tardive dyskinesia. JAMA 1978;239:1997-8. DOI
  6. de Montigny C, Chouinard G, Annable L. Ineffectiveness of deanol in tardive dyskinesia: a placebo controlled study. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 1979;65:219-23. PubMed
  7. Lindeboom SF, Lakke JP. Deanol and physostigmine in the treatment of L-dopa-induced dyskinesias. Acta Neurol Scand 1978;58:134-8. PubMed
  8. Jus A, Villeneuve A, Gautier J, et al. Deanol, lithium and placebo in the treatment of tardive dyskinesia. A double-blind crossover study. Neuropsychobiology 1978;4:140-9. PubMed
  9. Lewis JA, Young R. Deanol and methylphenidate in minimal brain dysfunction. Clin Pharmacol Ther 1975;17:534-40. PubMed
  10. Fisman M, Mersky H, Helmes E. Double-blind trial of 2-dimethylaminoethanol in Alzheimer's disease. Am J Psychiatry 1981;138:970-2. PubMed
  11. Ferris SH, Sathananthan G, Gershon S, et al. Senile dementia: treatment with deanol. J Am Geriatr Soc 1977;25:241-4. PubMed
  12. Haug BA, Holzgraefe M. Orofacial and respiratory tardive dyskinesia: potential side effects of 2-dimethylaminoethanol (deanol)? Eur Neurol 1991;31:423-5. PubMed
  13. Casey DE. Mood alterations during deanol therapy. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 1979;62:187-91. PubMed
  14. Sergio W. Use of DMAE (2-dimethylaminoethanol) in the induction of lucid dreams. Med Hypotheses 1988;26:255-7. PubMed
  15. Osol A, Hoover JE, eds. Remington's Pharmaceutical Science, 15th ed. Easton, PA: Mack Publishing Company, 1975.

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