Gelatin 650 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Gelatin 650 mg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Gelatin 650 mg is a dietary supplement by Sundown Naturals with 2 active ingredients. 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 Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: gelatin at 650 mg per capsule. Gelatin is a protein derived from collagen, commonly used in supplements and foods as a structural ingredient.
The capsule also contains vegetable magnesium stearate as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for gelatin is mixed and limited. For diarrhea, it's rated possibly ineffective — meaning the data we hold suggests it's unlikely to help.
For aging skin, brittle nails, beta-thalassemia, and uterine fibroids, there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Gelatin is widely used in food and is generally well tolerated at food amounts. Common side effects when taken orally include belching, bloating, indigestion (dyspepsia), and an unpleasant taste or sensation of heaviness in the stomach.
Rare but serious allergic reactions are possible — gelatin can cause hives, swelling of the face or throat, wheezing, a dangerous drop in blood pressure, and in severe cases anaphylaxis. If you have a known gelatin allergy or have reacted to gelatin-containing vaccines or medicines, avoid this product.
At food amounts gelatin is considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but because we hold no specific data on supplement doses in pregnancy or while nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product at supplement strength if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product. That said, it's always smart to mention any new supplement to your pharmacist when you pick up prescriptions.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Gelatin is generally well tolerated and has no known medication interactions, but the evidence that it works for most claimed uses is weak or absent. It's most helpful if you're simply looking for a source of dietary gelatin — not as a targeted remedy.
If you have a gelatin allergy or history of allergic reactions to gelatin-containing vaccines, skip it. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you're pregnant, nursing, or unsure whether it's right for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 26, 2014.
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
General information
Key facts about Gelatin 650 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Sundown Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 030768005368 |
| Net contents | 100 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 26, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 30220 |
| Product type | Amino Acid/protein |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1 Gram(s) | 2% |
| Gelatin | 1300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
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Formula
Eight (8) capsules provide 80 grains of edible gelatin.
Precautions
TAMPER RESISTANT: DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Seals/Symbols
{Bottle} PLEASE RECYCLE
GUARANTEED LABORATORY TESTED QUALITY
General Statements
As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
Smart Facts An active lifestyle, on-the-run nutrition, harsh detergents and chemicals - all can have an effect on the health of your nails, hair, and skin. Gelatin is one of the raw materials for collagen, the building block for strong nails and healthy hair and skin.*
Promotes Healthy Hair, Skin & Nails*
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.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: FOR ADULTS, TAKE TWO (2) CAPSULES AFTER EACH MEAL AND AT BEDTIME.
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
General
Prod. No. 44611 03B B780 CAB
Brand IP Statement(s)
(C)2012
Formulation
No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.
Storage
STORE IN A DRY PLACE AND AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT.
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Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container50 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.
Protein
Gelatin
No knowninteractions
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 & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Gelatin 650 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Gelatin 650 mg, from the product label.
Gelatin 650 mg by Sundown Naturals: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if Gelatin 650 mg is safe with your meds?
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Gelatin 650 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Gelatin 650 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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
- 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.
- Schwick HG, Heide K. Immunochemistry and immunology of collagen and gelatin. Bibl Haematol 1969;33:111-25. PubMed
- Moskowitz RW. Role of collagen hydrolysate in bone and joint disease.Semin Arthritis Rheum 2000;30:87-99. PubMed
- Kelso JM. The gelatin story. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103:200-2.
- 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
- Sakaguchi M, Inouye S. Anaphylaxis to gelatin-containing rectal suppositories. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2001;108:1033-4. PubMed
- PDR Electronic Library. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2001.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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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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