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GABA 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Evlution Nutrition

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

GABA 600 mg is a dietary supplement by Evlution Nutrition with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anxiety and stress, sleep problems, relaxation.Based on those ingredients, 419 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of GABA 600 mg by Evlution 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

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: GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a compound naturally present in your brain and nervous system. It's included at 600 mg per capsule.

The capsule itself is made from hypromellose and contains inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearates, and silicon dioxide — that help hold the product together and aid absorption.

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 Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba)'s own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: neurotransmitter support and relaxation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, Stress, Insomnia, sleep quality, tension relief.
  • The closest evidence on file: Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Insomnia, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The evidence for GABA supplements isn't well established in the data we hold. It has been studied for anxiety, ADHD, athletic performance, cerebral palsy, and chronic bronchitis, but the data we have shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness for any of these uses.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the clinical trials to date haven't been conclusive enough to say either way. If you're considering it for a specific condition, talk it over with your doctor so you can weigh what's known against what you're hoping to treat.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba)

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.

Orally, GABA is generally well tolerated in the short term, though long-term safety isn't well studied. The most common side effects reported are drowsiness, nausea, gastric upset, minor throat burning, and muscle weakness.

One case linked oral GABA to a temporary loss of menstruation. Your safety with GABA depends on how long you're planning to use it and your individual health — there just isn't enough data for us to be sure about extended use.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba)

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba).
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 419 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 blood pressure medications — GABA may lower blood pressure further. Also mention it if you take sedating drugs, including sleep aids, anti-anxiety medications, or opioid pain relievers, since adding GABA might increase drowsiness.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

GABA 600 mg might be worth considering if you're curious about it for relaxation or sleep, but understand that the evidence for how well it works isn't clear yet. If you take blood pressure medications or sedating drugs, you'll need to check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.

Long-term use is the bigger safety question mark, so this is one to discuss with your healthcare provider before making it part of your routine.

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 Jan 24, 2024.

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 GABA 600 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Evlution Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 818901027565
Net contents 60 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 24, 2024
DSLD ID 302107
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for GABA 600 mg by Evlution 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
818901027565
IngredientAmount% DV
Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid600 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Vegetable Stearates, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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Label statements
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Formula

Gaba key product features: 600mg Gaba per capsule Neurotransmitter support Supports relaxation Vegan/Non-GMO

Formulation

Vegan/Non-GMO

Vegan/Non-GMO

This product is made in the USA, has been distributed and manufactured by a (GMP) registered facility and contains ingredients of domestic and international origin.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily, preferably with a meal or as recommended by a physician.

Precautions

Warning: Not for use by those under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Do not use if you are nursing or pregnant.

Storage

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

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.

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in the USA

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GABA 600 mg by Evlution Nutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in GABA 600 mg by Evlution Nutrition

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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid

Interacts with
419 drugs
600 mg per serving

GABA is a calming chemical messenger (neurotransmitter) that your body makes on its own, and it is sold as a supplement for stress, anxiety, and sleep...

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

GABA 600 mg by Evlution Nutrition Drug Interactions

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419Drugs
172 Moderate 247 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in GABA 600 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.

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid2 drug types · 419 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, taking GABA with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Some clinical research shows that GABA can decrease blood pressure in patients with hypertension.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Cns Depressants

Theoretically, GABA might have additive sedative effects when used in conjunction with CNS depressants. However, it is unclear if this concern is clinically relevant.
Endogenous GABA has well-established relaxant effects and GABA(A) receptors have an established physiological role in sleep. However, the effects of GABA supplements are unclear, as it is unknown whether exogenous GABA crosses the blood-brain barrier. Although there have been limited reports of drowsiness or tiredness with GABA supplements, these effects have not been widely reported in clinical studies. Additionally, intravenous GABA 0.1-1 mg/kg has been shown to induce anxiety in a dose-dependent manner.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for GABA 600 mg, from the product label.

Evlution Nutrition

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Name
Evlution Nutrition
Street Address
1560 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway, 4th Floor
City
Sunrise
State
Florida
ZipCode
33323
Phone Number
1(855)385-2300
Web Address
Evlnutrition.com
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GABA 600 mg by Evlution Nutrition: Common Questions

Does GABA 600 mg by Evlution Nutrition interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, GABA 600 mg has a known interaction with 419 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
GABA 600 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.
Can I take GABA if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information on GABA in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The data advises against use while breastfeeding, and there's insufficient data for pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
What are the most common side effects?
When taken by mouth, the most common side effects reported are drowsiness, nausea, stomach upset, minor throat burning, and muscle weakness. Most people tolerate it well in the short term, though a thorough safety review hasn't been done.
Does GABA really help with anxiety or sleep?
The evidence isn't clear yet. Studies have looked at GABA for anxiety and sleep issues, but we don't have reliable evidence to say whether it works. Your experience might differ, but the science doesn't settle it either way.
Is this product safe to take long-term?
Long-term safety hasn't been well studied. GABA seems well tolerated short-term, but we don't know enough about what happens if you take it for months or years. This is worth discussing with your doctor if you're thinking of using it regularly.
Why does this product have so many medication interactions?
The 419 interactions come from the breadth of medications in those two categories — blood pressure drugs and central nervous system depressants are common, and there are many individual drugs in each group. Your own prescriptions are likely a much smaller list, which is why it's important to check your specific medications with the tool on this page.

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GABA 600 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.

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The 12 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.

Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) 12 references
  1. Cavagnini F, Invitti C, Pinto M, et al. Effect of acute and repeated administration of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) on growth hormone and prolactin secretion in man. Acta Endocrinol (Copenh) 1980;93:149-54.
  2. Nurnberger JI Jr, Berrettini WH, Simmons-Alling S, et al. Intravenous GABA administration is anxiogenic in man. Psychiatry Res 1986;19:113-7. PubMed
  3. Gershman RN, Vasilenko MA, Iliushina GG, et al. [Gammalon in the rehabilitation in infantile cerebral palsy]. Pediatr.Akus.Ginekol. 1977;(6):26-7.
  4. Loeb C, Benassi E, Bo, GP, et al. Preliminary evaluation of the effect of GABA and phosphatidylserine in epileptic patients. Epilepsy Res. 1987;1:209-12 . PubMed
  5. Inoue K, Shirai T, Ochiai H, et al. Blood-pressure-lowering effect of a novel fermented milk containing gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in mild hypertensives. Eur J Clin Nutr 2003;57:490-95.
  6. ELLIOTT, K. A. and JASPER, H. H. Gammaaminobutyric acid. Physiol Rev. 1959;39(2):383-406.
  7. Winsky-Sommerer, R. Role of GABAA receptors in the physiology and pharmacology of sleep. Eur.J.Neurosci. 2009;29(9):1779-1794.
  8. Meldrum, B. S. GABAergic mechanisms in the pathogenesis and treatment of epilepsy. Br.J.Clin.Pharmacol. 1989;27 Suppl 1:3S-11S. PubMed
  9. Loeb, C., Marinari, U. M., Benassi, E., Besio, G., Cottalasso, D., Cupello, A., Maffini, M., Mainardi, P., Pronzato, M. A., and Scotto, P. A. Phosphatidylserine increases in vivo the synaptosomal uptake of exogenous GABA in rats. Exp.Neurol. 1988;99(2):4 PubMed
  10. Melis, G. B., Paoletti, A. M., Mais, V., and Fioretti, P. Interference of dopamine infusion on gamma-amino butyric acid (GABA)-stimulated prolactin increase. J.Endocrinol.Invest 1980;3(4):445-448.
  11. Boonstra E, de Kleijn R, Colzato LS, Alkemade A, Forstmann BU, Nieuwenhuis S. Neurotransmitters as food supplements: the effects of GABA on brain and behavior. Front Psychol. 2015 Oct 6;6:1520. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2015.01520. eCollection 2015. PubMed
  12. de Bie TH, Witkamp RF, Balvers MG, Jongsma MA. Effects of ?-aminobutyric acid supplementation on glucose control in adults with prediabetes: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial. Am J Clin Nutr 2023;118(3):708-719. PubMed

See these in context on the Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (gaba) monograph →

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