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 Vitamin World 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 Vitamin World
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 650 mg per capsule. Gelatin is a protein derived from collagen and is used in supplements for potential support of skin, nails, and joints.
The capsule itself also contains vegetable magnesium stearate as an inactive ingredient (a common binder and anti-caking agent).
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence on gelatin is mixed and incomplete. It's rated possibly ineffective for diarrhea.
For aging skin, brittle nails, beta-thalassemia, and uterine fibroids, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or doesn't. If you're considering this product for one of those uses, the research simply isn't there yet to back it up.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Gelatin is widely consumed in foods and is generally well tolerated when taken by mouth. The most common side effects are mild: belching, bloating, indigestion, and an unpleasant taste or feeling of heaviness in the stomach.
Allergic reactions are rare but possible — gelatin can trigger IgE-mediated allergic reactions (hives, swelling, wheezing, low blood pressure, or anaphylaxis) in people who are sensitive to it. Food amounts are considered fine, but talk to your doctor before taking supplement doses.
The same goes for breastfeeding — there's little research on supplement doses at that time, so a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist is smart.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product.
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 650 mg is a straightforward, single-ingredient supplement with no known drug interactions. It's generally well tolerated, though some people notice mild stomach discomfort or bloating.
If you have a gelatin allergy or sensitivity, avoid it. For everyone else, it's a low-risk choice — just chat with your pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have questions about whether it's right for your situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 26, 2011.
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 | Vitamin World |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 074312707834 |
| Net contents | 250 Rapid Release Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 26, 2011 |
| DSLD ID | 549 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Gelatin 650 mg by Vitamin World, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
| Gelatin | 1300 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Naturally inspired
©2009 Vitamin World, Inc.
General Statements
Get healthy.
An active lifestyle, harsh detergents, on-the-run nutrition - all can have an effect on the health of your nails.
From the moment raw ingredients reach our facilities to the time a finished supplement is packaged, stringent analysis confirms the potency, purity and nutritional content of every nutritional product that bears the Vitamin World name. We guarantee it!
Gelatin is one of the raw materials for collagen, the building block for strong, healthy nails.* As a supplement, Gelatin supports the beauty of your nails.*
Nail Beauty & Strength*
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Formula
Eight (8) capsules provide 80 grains of edible gelatin.
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.
Precautions
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. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
General
PROD. #783 B780 07E
Seals/Symbols
QUALITY ASSURED
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: For adults, take two (2) capsules after each meal and at bedtime.
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Gelatin 650 mg by Vitamin World 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 Vitamin World
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 container125 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 Vitamin World 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.
Vitamin World
See all Vitamin World products- Phone Number
- 1-800-228-4533
- Web Address
- www.vitaminworld.com
Gelatin 650 mg by Vitamin World: Common Questions
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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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